Senior Package Layout Engineer
ArmJob Title
Senior Package Layout Engineer
Role Summary
Responsible for definition, design, and verification of advanced 2.5D/3D package layouts for Arm SoCs across IoT, Automotive, and Compute products. Works within the System-in-Package team and collaborates with IP, PCB, SI/PI, Systems teams and external technology partners.
Salary range: $161,500–$218,500 per year.
Experience Level
Senior — typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience, especially with Cadence APD & Allegro toolsets.
Responsibilities
The role focuses on package layout implementation, verification, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Define, design, and verify package layouts using DFM/DFA and SI/PI best practices.
- Implement layout for 2.5D and 3D package systems and ensure power and signal delivery network integrity.
- Coordinate with IP, PCB, SI/PI, Systems teams and external vendors and technology partners.
- Work with minimal supervision and adapt to loosely defined problems and changing requirements.
- Propose and implement improvements to team efficiency and standardization.
Requirements
Must-have and preferred technical skills and experiences.
- Must-have: Experience with 2.5D and 3D package systems and their SI/PI requirements.
- Must-have: 4+ years recent experience using Cadence APD and Allegro toolsets.
- Must-have: Ability to work independently and contribute to standardization efforts.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with EDA vendor collaboration, tool evaluation, and issue resolution.
- Nice-to-have: Programming experience in Python, SKILL, or TCL and ability to optimize packaging design methodologies.
- Nice-to-have: Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Education Requirements
Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience (posting states "An Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent").
About the Company
Company: Arm
Headquarters: Cambridge, United Kingdom
ARM is a global leader in semiconductor and software design, driving innovation in computing technology. The company specializes in designing processors and systems that provide the essential building blocks for electronic devices. ARM's architecture is widely used in smartphones, servers, and IoT devices, and its collaborative culture fosters bold thinking, diversity, and high-impact benefits for its talented workforce.
