Standard Cell Layout Engineer

Role Summary

As a member of the Qualcomm Standard Cell Design team, the candidate will contribute to the development of high-quality intellectual property (IP) for advanced semiconductor technology nodes. The role requires applying strong technical expertise and creativity to deliver efficient and scalable physical layout designs.

Experience Level

Mid-level. An associate’s degree or technical certificate is required, with foundational knowledge in relevant areas.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Designing and developing physical layouts for logic standard cells using CAD tools such as Cadence Virtuoso.
• Performing layout verification, including DRC, LVS, and ERC.
• Collaborating with circuit designers to meet quality, performance, and reliability standards.
• Managing layout databases with designated Design Management software.
• Communicating design status and tracking schedules within the engineering design team.
• Identifying and resolving design- and PDK-related issues independently.
• Working closely with global teams including those in the United States, Taiwan, and India.
• Showing strong communication skills and effective teamwork.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or technical certificate in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Understanding of CMOS technology and IC design principles.
• Attention to detail and collaboration skills.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of parasitic effects and reliability in advanced IC designs.
• Familiarity with SKILL and Python for automation.
• Exposure to advanced semiconductor process technologies such as FinFET.

Education Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but an associate’s degree or technical certificate is accepted.

About the Company

Company: Qualcomm

Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States

Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.