Memory layout

About the job

Job Location: Bangalore

Notice Period: Immediate or 15 days

Exp:3+ years

Responsible for Memory Compiler layout development and verification.

· Responsible for Layout design and development of Memory blocks such as Array, Row/ Column decoder, sense amplifier, pre-charge, Control blocks for SRAM.

· Perform layout verification like LVS/ DRC/ Latchup, quality check and documentation.

· Responsible for on-time delivery of block-level layouts with acceptable quality.

· Demonstrate leadership Skill in planning, area/time estimation, scheduling, delegation and execution to meet project schedule/milestones in multiple project environment.

· Guide junior team-members in their execution of Sub block-level layouts & review their work.

· Contribute to effective project-management.

· Effectively communicate with engineering teams in the India & Korea teams to assure the success of the layout project. Qualification/ Requirements

· Experience in SRAM Memories layout design.

· Should be well familiar with various levels of memory layouts from custom memory bits, leaf cells, control blocks, Read-Write, Sense Amplifiers, decoders.

· Should have expertise in floor planning, power planning, block area estimation of memory designs or compliers.

· Should be able to perform leaf cell layout development and physical verification.

· Should have adequate knowledge of schematics, interface with circuit designer and CAD and process development team.

· Good understanding of layout fundamentals i.e. Electro-migration, Latch-up, coupling, crosstalk, IR-drop, parasitic analysis, matching, shielding, etc.

· Understanding layout effects on the circuit such as speed, capacitance, power and area etc.,

· Excellent in problem-solving skills in solving area, power, performance and physical verification of custom layout.

· Experience with Cadence tools including Virtuoso schematic editor Virtuoso layout L, XL & Verification tools like Mentor Calibre- Proficient in Device Matching, Parasitic Analysis, Electron Migration, and Isolation Techniques.

· Should have leadership qualities and able to do multi-tasking as required.

· Should be able to work in a team environment and able to guide and provide technical support to the fellow team members.

· Self-motivated, hardworking, goal-oriented and excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Knowledge of Skill coding and layout automation is a plus.