Senior PDK/CAD Engineer

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior PDK/CAD Engineer with proven experience in EDA, CAD, and PDK development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analog design verification tools and a solid understanding of the challenges faced in analog and mixed-signal design environments.

This role offers the exciting challenge of a start-up environment, allowing you to really interact with different departments of the company, particularly with the software teams. We are also working on a wide scope of different process nodes which will give you the breadth of experience to get in involved with cutting edge semiconductor technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and support PDKs across various technology nodes and foundries (TSMC, GF, Samsung, etc.)
• Write, debug, and maintain automation scripts (Python, Skill) to streamline design workflows
• Provide support for analog design verification tools, including DRC, LVS, PEX, and Dummy Fill
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving issues related to front-end simulations
• Collaborate with design and verification teams to address analog design challenges
• Ensure efficient version control and collaboration through Git and other file management tools
• Contribute to the development and integration of CI/CD pipelines to support CAD flows

Requirements:

• Proven experience in EDA/CAD/PDK development
• Proficiency in Python and/or Skill programming languages
• Strong experience with analog verification tools: DRC, LVS, PEX, Dummy Fill
• Good understanding of front-end simulation environments and associated debugging
• Practical knowledge of analog design constraints and best practices
• Exposure to multiple PDKs across leading foundries such as TSMC, GlobalFoundries, Samsung, etc. (Advanced node experience is a strong plus)
• Experience with automation workflows and maintaining robust scripting infrastructure
• Proficiency with Git and version control best practices
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline implementation and maintenance

Why Agile Analog?

• Work on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies
• Be part of a highly collaborative and innovative engineering team
• Flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation

What we offer in return:

As well as the opportunity to really play a pivotal part in our success, we offer:

• A friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment
• Flexible work hours to fit around your personal commitments
• Hybrid working
• Professional development and professional society membership
• Company share options
• 25 days’ annual leave with the option to purchase additional days
• Company pension scheme (with a salary sacrifice option)
• Private health insurance (including optical and dental cover)
• Life Assurance
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme – free wellbeing and health services

If the above role matches your experience, skills and motivations then we would love to hear from you.