Senior VLSI CAD Engineer

Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

Senior VLSI CAD Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Senior CAD Engineer to drive design environment management and automation for Product and TEG chip development. This role is pivotal in developing and maintaining CAD workflows, creating automation scripts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve design efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design Automation:
  • Develop and maintain Virtuoso and Customer Compiler interfaces and utilities using the SKILL/Python languages.
  • Develop, optimize and enhance the CAD automation scripts.
• PCell Support:
  • Create and maintain Parameterized Cells (PCell) to boost schematic/layout productivity.
• Design Rule & Verification Support:
  • Develop and maintain Design Rule Checking (DRC) runsets using Calibre.
  • Develop and maintain Layout vs. Schematic (LVS) runsets using ICV.
• Cross-Team Collaboration & Troubleshooting:
  • Work closely with IT teams and design engineers to manage layout data and resolve system issues.
  • Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support for the CAD infrastructure.
• Communication:
  • Communicate effectively with EDA vendors to leverage advanced methodologies and tools that benefit the project.
  • Work closely with the design/layout teams to achieve project goals and meet schedules while fostering a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Experience: M.S. with 2 - 5  years or PhD degree in CAD development for semiconductor design is required. Experience in team management is highly advantageous.
• Programming & Scripting: Proficiency in SKILL, TCL/TK, Perl, Python, C/C++ and C-Shell scripting.
• EDA Tools: Familiarity with Virtuoso, Customer Compiler, Calibre, ICV, strRC, P&R, ERC,  EM/IR, PrimeSIM or the other Simulation tools, etc.

SKILLS:

• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities and proven experience working in a cross-functional, collaborative environment.

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.