Lead Designer, Layout

Role Summary

The Lead Designer, Layout holds a senior technical position focused on resolving complex layout challenges. This role involves the development of innovative solutions through in-depth analysis while serving as a key technical resource and leader within the organization.

Experience Level

Senior, with 7+ years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

The Lead Designer, Layout will:

• Develop solutions to complex problems requiring specialized expertise and in-depth analysis.
• Act as a primary technical resource for less experienced engineers.
• Lead teams and complex projects with substantial business impact.
• Influence across organizational boundaries to drive technical excellence.
• Lead complex IC layout projects and mentor junior engineers.
• Make critical IC architecture design decisions that shape product development.
• Perform advanced process evaluations and optimizations.
• Develop layout methodologies and best practices that enhance team productivity and results.

Requirements

Applicants must have the following skills:

• Technical Leadership: Advanced technical expertise with recognized influence in the organization.
• Expert-Level Design Skills: Proficiency in IC layout, architecture design, and process evaluation.
• Project Leadership: Ability to lead complex technical projects from conception through completion.
• Organizational Influence: Strong influence skills to drive significant outcomes.
• Process Innovation: Capability to develop and implement innovative layout methodologies.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience; scripting skills in PERL or SKILL or similar are a plus but not required.

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.