My client is a low power SRAM IP company and has developed market leading low power technology.
Working closely with the Silicon Architect and the engineering team the role will involve undertaking many and varied engineering activities and the individual will have the opportunity to make a significant impact. It is expected that the successful candidate will bring their expertise to bear on all aspects of product development.
The individual will have a deep understanding of low power SRAM transistor level design, and verification. A significant part of the role will include development of automated flows so proficiency with Python would be a significant asset. A high:level appreciation of DVFS and SoC level power management techniques would also be useful.
The successful candidate will have a strong SRAM and compiler design background with considerable industrial experience and will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of the issues related to IP delivery.
Responsibilities:
* Work closely with the silicon architect to agree product specifications
* Undertake transistor level design, simulation and layout using industry standard tooling
* Development of automated layout and verification flows
* Design margin analysis and guard band provision
* Simulation data analysis
* High sigma statistical analysis
* Design methodology development and optimisation
* Layout verification : DRC and LVS
* Identification and submission of patentable circuit/architectural design features
Knowledge and Experience:
* Several years' experience of SRAM design
* Experience in SRAM verification
* Experience of low power SRAM compiler design
* Experience of Python coding or evidence of strong scripting skills
* Experience of low power SRAM design in advanced FinFET nodes
* Understanding of SRAM structure and issues
* Running commercial EDA tools (Cadence/Mentor) and potential issues
* Strong understanding of statistical analysis
* Understanding of DFT, yield and DFM issues
* Experience of taking designs into production
* Strong analytical and problem:solving skills
* Ability to plan, coordinate and take responsibility for effective and on time completion of project activities
* Candidate will be qualified to at least degree level, preferably masters
Personal Qualities:
* Self:motivated and creative with a passion for achieving success and excellence
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills with infectious enthusiasm and tenacity
* Excellent organizational skills
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