Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS) RF Test Site Designer

Job Title

Senior Member of Technical Staff (SMTS) — RF Test Site Designer

Role Summary

Lead layout implementation for RF, analog, and mixed-signal technology development test chips, from device test structures through tapeout and mask ordering. Translate technology requirements into manufacturable layouts and PDK collateral that meet performance, yield, reliability, and quality targets.

Support technology enablement and qualification activities by coordinating across device, process, circuit design, modeling, and CAD/PDK teams.

Experience Level

Senior — minimum 10 years of relevant layout design, layout automation, and semiconductor technology development experience.

Responsibilities

Accountable for technical leadership and execution across test-chip development and technology enablement.

• Lead end-to-end layout implementation for technology development test chips, including device test structures, circuit test vehicles, tapeout, and mask ordering.
• Develop RF, analog, and mixed-signal layout solutions to support characterization and qualification.
• Collaborate with device, process, modeling, and CAD/PDK teams to define and validate design rules, layout methodologies, and enablement strategies.
• Create and validate test structures, layout guidelines, and PDK collateral.
• Evaluate and resolve complex layout, manufacturability, reliability, and yield challenges during development and productization.
• Drive improvements in PDK quality, design automation, and layout productivity.
• Lead small project teams and provide mentorship to junior engineers and layout designers.

Requirements

Must-have technical skills and demonstrable experience.

• Minimum 10 years experience in layout design, layout automation, and semiconductor technology development.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor process technologies, design rules, manufacturability, reliability, and yield considerations.
• Experience with test-chip development, tapeout execution, and mask ordering processes.
• Familiarity with PDK development, design automation, and technology enablement methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, collaborate across functions, and drive projects to successful completion.

Education Requirements

Not specified.

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.