Senior Standard Cell Design Engineer
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🧠What You Bring
- Master’s degree with 2+ years of direct industry experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of experience.
- Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance due to the nature of defense-related projects.
- Deep knowledge of semiconductor design methodologies and principles.
- Hands-on experience with standard cell design, circuit design, and layout, and associated design tools (e.g. Virtuoso, Spectre, HSPICE)
- Demonstrated experience being involved in test-chip designs and MPW execution.
- Proficiency in design flows including DRC/LVS, timing analysis, and power integrity.
- Extensive experience with simulation tools, specifically for library characterization.
- ⭐Bonus Points
- Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s with 7+ years in industry.
- Hands‐on design experience with GAA nodes (e.g., Intel 18A), including device architecture and design‐rule familiarity.
- Proven background in SRAM/NVM bitcell design and/or memory compiler development.
- Practical experience with Liberate, PrimeLib, and SiSmart for characterization and modeling.
- Expertise in RHBD for SEE/SEU mitigation, plus proficiency in C++ and scripting (Python/TCL) across advanced nodes (FinFET, GAA, SOI).
- At JRC we offer...
- A competitive compensation package
- An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
- The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
- A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
- Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career
Qualifications
- Master’s degree with 2+ years of direct industry experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of experience.
- Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. security clearance due to the nature of defense-related projects.
- Deep knowledge of semiconductor design methodologies and principles.
- Hands-on experience with standard cell design, circuit design, and layout, and associated design tools (e.g. Virtuoso, Spectre, HSPICE)
- Demonstrated experience being involved in test-chip designs and MPW execution.
- Proficiency in design flows including DRC/LVS, timing analysis, and power integrity.
- Extensive experience with simulation tools, specifically for library characterization.
- Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s with 7+ years in industry.
- Hands‐on design experience with GAA nodes (e.g., Intel 18A), including device architecture and design‐rule familiarity.
- Proven background in SRAM/NVM bitcell design and/or memory compiler development.
- Practical experience with Liberate, PrimeLib, and SiSmart for characterization and modeling.
- Expertise in RHBD for SEE/SEU mitigation, plus proficiency in C++ and scripting (Python/TCL) across advanced nodes (FinFET, GAA, SOI).
- At JRC we offer...
- A competitive compensation package
- An exceptional employee benefits program, providing support for our team members' well-being and success
- The chance to contribute to a high-profile Department of Defense programs and make a positive impact
- A collaborative work environment where teamwork, creativity, and innovation thrive
- Opportunities for professional growth and development, helping you advance your career
Preferred Qualifications
- ⭐Bonus Points
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