Engineer, Ecosystem IP PM and Quality

Job Title

Engineer, Ecosystem IP PM and Quality

Role Summary

The Engineer on the IP Quality team qualifies and validates semiconductor IP libraries across technology platforms to ensure they meet quality and delivery requirements for customer tape-outs. The role collaborates with external IP vendors and internal design and process teams to assess deliveries, run regression tests, and resolve technical issues.

Experience Level

Mid-level (no explicit years of experience provided).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities focus on IP quality assurance, qualification, testing, and coordination with stakeholders.

• Perform incoming IP QA against predefined checklists; verify IP DK and silicon deliverables and issue approval or non-conformance certificates.
• Qualify IP merge kits to support customer tape-out.
• Maintain and update IP information in the IP database and catalog.
• Define comprehensive test cases for IP qualification and regression.
• Run IP regression tests (DRC/LVS/DFM, PEX extraction, Spice simulation) against passing criteria and schedule.
• Assess IP impact from PDK/process updates and define mitigation plans.
• Consolidate assessment results, chair stakeholder reviews, and drive issues to closure.
• Maintain IP regression database, documentation of technical issues, waivers, and assessment reports.
• Develop scripting and automation to improve efficiency.
• Support customer queries and prepare SOP workflow documentation for audits.
• Comply with applicable environmental, health, safety and security (EHSS) policies.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and capabilities required to execute IP qualification and testing work.

• Knowledge or experience in IC design and the semiconductor IP delivery lifecycle.
• Familiarity with RTL-to-GDS flow and analog simulation techniques.
• Proficient in layout work and debugging DRC/DFM/LVS issues.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard CAD tools for physical verification and simulation.
• Proficient in scripting or automation; experience with AI tools for automation is acceptable.
• Strong problem-solving, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Nice-to-have: familiarity with library compiler, PrimeTime, VCS.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (or equivalent); the posting also allows equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: GlobalFoundries

Headquarters: Saratoga Springs, New York, USA

GlobalFoundries is a leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry, with facilities in multiple countries, including the USA. The company develops a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies and employs around 13,000 people worldwide. GlobalFoundries focuses on enhancing competitiveness in specialized application solutions and fostering innovation in mobile communications, consumer electronics, and automotive applications.