Mask Layout Designer

Mask Layout Designer6-18-month contractRemote | USAPay range $35-40/HR on Experis W2Overview:Our client, a multinational technology corporation, is looking for an experienced Mask Layout Design Engineer who is innovative and has a passion for IC Layout design of high-speed CMOS Interface D2D and SERDES for next generation Consumer & Cloud Computing Devices. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, highly motivated engineer with excellent technical & interpersonal skills, used to working independently or as a key member of a fast-moving design team.Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience Requirement• 2+ years of experience with high performance analog layout in advanced FINFET CMOS process, 2nm and 3nm preferred, BS degree a plus• 2+ years of experience with Detailed knowledge of EDA tools for Cadence, Mentor and Synopsys.• 2+ years of experience with layout of high-performance analog blocks such as VCOs, chargepump, phase interpolators, clock distribution, bandgap, OTAs, PLLs, ADCs, LDOs, RX, TX, references, etc. is desired.Responsibilities:• Purpose of the Team: Microsoft Silicon Team is continuing to revolutionize consumer electronic devices & Cloud Computing.• Key projects: This group designs high performance mixed signal ASICs in leading edge CMOS technology using custom IC design tools. You will work in a diverse, dynamic environment and interact with other teams to help design and test great products!• The primary responsibility of this position entails executing IC layout of cutting edge, high-performance, high-speed, low power CMOS Interface D2D and SERDES integrated circuits in foundry CMOS process nodes in 2nm and 3nm following industry best practices.You will be responsible for all or parts of the following areas:• Using Cadence Virtuoso design tool and flow• Will be working on highly analog IPs like analog PLL, DLL, ADC, RX, TX, OTAs, LDO, Clock Distribution, Bandgap and Bias• Layout Design review presentations.• Layout floor-planning and supervision.• Physical LVS, DRC, DFMAdditional Qualifications:• You should have min 1 years of experience in high performance analog layout in advanced FINFET CMOS process, 2nm and 3nm preferred, BS degree a plus• Detailed knowledge of EDA tools for Cadence, Mentor and Synopsys.• Having experience with layout of high-performance analog blocks such as VCOs, chargepump, phase interpolators, clock distribution, bandgap, OTAs, PLLs, ADCs, LDOs, RX, TX, references, etc. is desired.• Knowledge of analog design and layout guidelines and high-speed IO.• Experience with floor planning, block level routing and large macro level assembly.• Knowledge of high-performance analog layout techniques such as common centroid layout, matching, symmetrical layout, signal shielding, use of dummy devices, thermal aware layout with consideration for electro migration, IR, ESD and other analog specific guidelines.• Confirmed experience with analog layout for silicon chips in mass production.• Worked with sub-micron design in foundry CMOS nodes 2nm, 3nm and 5nm FINFET.• Requires self-starter with the ability to define and adhere to a scheduleBenefits:• PTO - Paid Time Off• Medical/Dental/Vision/401K• Opportunity to work with a global technology giant• Work in a diverse, dynamic environmentIf this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson WellsManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands - Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells - creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.