The
PDK Development Engineer is responsible to develop, build and maintain the
Process Design Kit’s (PDK) containing all needed information related to a
process or technology, converted into a design framework, that allow a customer
to design their products based on the technology offered by the fab.
The PDK
Development Engineer develops the PDK based on the information coming from
several groups like technology, device development, TCAD, DR-Team, Test-team,
etc…
ACTIVITIES
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Development, maintenance and improvement of
LFoundry process design kits (PDK) incl. support of the commonly used EDA tool
from vendors like Cadence, Synopsys
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Creation of PDK related documentations (e.g.
Library specifications and data books)
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Customer support for PDK related questions
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Integration of internal and external IP’s into
the PDK (e.g. pixels)
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Ongoing enhancement of existing PDKs with new
devices (e.g. NVM, LDMOS)
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Responsibility for usage, update and
documentation of PDK relevant software tools (e.g. PDK scripts, conversion
tools, etc…)
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Development of test benches for simulation of
internal and external IP
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Development, maintenance and improvement of PDK-QA
flows
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Administration and maintenance of the
LFoundry-EDA environment
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Development of necessary/helpful applications
for all working environments (Unix-Workstation, PCs)
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The
PDK Development Principal
Engineer, in quality of Leader, is responsible of releasing PDK to customers,
interface them regarding problems and coordinate the internal problem
management
· He
works observing and respecting the Company’s Security Policy by ensuring the
availability, integrity and confidentiality of the tangible and intangible
assets with which he comes into contact during the course of his duties.
·
As
well as having behaviour in compliance with laid procedures, he cares to report
possible violations from others.
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In
executing its work is committed to ensure compliance with laws and regulations
and the observance of the Code of Ethics and the Model and company policies in
order to avoid possible accidents, impacts on the environment and any other
violation
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Contribution to cost cutting programs
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES
Position Requirements
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Master Degree in a technical field
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Strong fundamental understanding of analog and
mixed-signal design flows methodologies
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Strong experience in PDK development
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Fundamental understanding CAD/EDA in general
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Experience with EDA Software from vendors like
Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor, etc…
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Excellent English verbal and written
communication skills
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Basic familiarity with UNIX/Linux and software
development techniques
Desirable Requirements
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Experience with scripting languages (e.g. Perl,
Python, Tcl/Tk and skill)
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Experience with version control tools like SVN
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Knowledge and application of the concepts of
risk analysis and FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis)
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Basic knowledge about statistical behaviour of
silicon devices due to process tolerances and their statistical modelling
Knowledge
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Strong organizational skills (incl. project
management skills for leader)
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Strong organizational skills, to manage multiple
tasks simultaneously and know how to set priorities according to requirements
Soft Skills
The following soft skills are
required:
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Demonstrated ability to work interdisciplinary
across teams in an international environment
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Strong problem-solving skills
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Proactivity
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kindness and cordiality
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Conscientiousness
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Innovation