Senior Analog Layout Engineer

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128K-204K Annually
Cloud • Hardware • Internet of Things • Other • Software • Semiconductor • Utilities
Ciena is a networking systems, services, and software company.
The Role

Ciena is committed to our people-first philosophy. Our teams enjoy a culture focused on prioritizing a personalized and flexible work environment that empowers an individual’s passions, growth, wellbeing and belonging. We’re a technology company that leads with our humanity—driving our business priorities alongside meaningful social, community, and societal impact.

How You Will Contribute:

  • Carry out layout feasibility studies on various circuit designs in collaboration with senior analog designers. The goal will be to find the best possible solution considering various trade-offs and discussions with team members.
  • Create layouts of assigned analog blocks by adhering to the steps of floor planning, placement and routing.
  • Conduct thorough verification checks such as DRC, ANT, LVS, PERC, EM, IR to ensure the final layout possesses the highest level of quality.
  • Investigate new features within the layout tools and processes used for creating layouts with the aim of enhancing productivity.
  • Provide regular status updates, participate in team meetings and share experiences with the rest of the group.

The Must Haves:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Experience in custom analog and mixed signal layout design with a strong knowledge of deep sub-micron CMOS devices (e.g. Finfet transistors).
  • Highly motivated with strong team player skills, exhibits a positive can-do attitude and ability to seamlessly integrate into an existing team culture.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience in custom layout design of Analog/Mixed Signal designs (e.g. ADC, DAC, PLL, SERDES …)
  • Proficiency in using industry-standard layout tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso, Siemens Calibre, Ansys Totem …) and familiarity with layout design flows for advanced technology nodes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address layout-related issues efficiently.
  • Proficient in layout techniques for Floor Planning, device matching, minimizing parasitics, RF shielding, EM, IR drop, ESD and high-frequency routing.
  • Meticulous attention to details, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and quality in all layout designs.
  • Familiarity with semiconductor manufacturing processes and foundry technologies.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and adapt quickly to changing project requirements.
  • Solid understanding of RC delay, electromigration, and coupling effects.
  • Familiarity with guard rings, DNW, PN junctions, advanced process effects such as LOD, OSE, WPE
  • High level of proficiency in interpreting DRC, PERC, ANT, ERC and LVS
  • Ability to identify failure-prone circuit and layout structures and proactively work with circuit designers to resolve problems.

The Assets:

  • Scripting skills in PERL or SKILL are a plus, but not required.

The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. You will have an opportunity to better understand the role through the interview experience.

Pay Range:

The annual pay range for this position is $127,700 - $204,100.

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Comment vous contribuerez :

  • Effectuer des études de faisabilité et la conception de divers circuits en collaboration avec des concepteurs analogiques seniors. L'objectif sera de trouver la meilleure solution possible en tenant compte de divers compromis et en discutant avec les membres de l'équipe.
  • Faire la conception de blocs analogiques assignés en respectant les étapes de la planification, de placement et de routage.
  • Effectuer des vérifications approfondies telles que DRC, ANT, LVS, PERC, EM, IR pour s'assurer que la conception finale possède le plus haut niveau de qualité.
  • Étudier de nouvelles fonctionnalités au sein des outils et processus de conception utilisés dans le but d'améliorer la productivité.
  • Fournir des mises à jour régulières sur l'état d'avancement, participer à des réunions d'équipe et partager les expériences avec le reste du groupe.

Les incontournables :

  • Baccalauréat en génie électrique ou dans un domaine connexe, avec 5 ans et plus d'expérience pertinente dans l'industrie.
  • Expérience en conception de circuits analogiques sur mesure avec une solide connaissance des dispositifs CMOS sous-micron (par exemple, les transistors Finfet).
  • Très motivé avec une attitude de joueur d'équipe, affiche une attitude positive et une capacité à s'intégrer de manière transparente dans une culture d'équipe existante.
  • Solides compétences en communication et en relations interpersonnelles pour collaborer avec des équipes multidisciplinaires.
  • Expérience en conception de circuits sur mesure de types analogiques/mixtes (par exemple, ADC, DAC, PLL, SERDES …)
  • Maîtrise de l'utilisation d'outils de conception standards de l'industrie (par exemple, Cadence Virtuoso, Siemens Calibre, Ansys Totem …) et familier avec les flux de conception de circuits pour les nœuds technologiques avancés.
  • Solides compétences analytiques et en résolution de problèmes pour identifier et résoudre efficacement les problèmes liés à la conception.
  • Maîtrise des techniques de conception pour la planification, l'appariement des dispositifs, la minimisation des parasites, le blindage RF, EM, la chute IR, l'ESD et le routage haute fréquence.
  • Attention méticuleuse aux détails, assurant le plus haut niveau de précision et de qualité dans toutes les étapes de conceptions.
  • Familier avec les processus de fabrication de semi-conducteurs et les technologies de fonderie.
  • Capacité à prospérer dans un environnement de travail dynamique et rapide et à s'adapter rapidement aux exigences changeantes des projets.
  • Solide compréhension des délais RC, de l'électromigration et des effets de couplage.
  • Familier avec les anneaux de garde, DNW, les jonctions PN, les effets de processus avancés tels que LOD, OSE, WPE
  • Haut niveau de compétence dans l'interprétation de DRC, PERC, ANT, ERC et LVS
  • Capacité à identifier les structures de circuits sujettes aux défaillances et à collaborer de manière proactive avec les concepteurs de circuits pour résoudre les problèmes.

Les atouts :

  • · Les compétences en scripting en PERL ou SKILL sont un plus, mais non essentiels.

L’énumération ci-dessus vise à décrire le travail effectué par les personnes affectées à ce poste. Elle n’est pas une liste exhaustive de toutes les responsabilités, fonctions et compétences requises. Les fonctions et responsabilités de ce poste sont sujettes à changement et d'autres fonctions peuvent être assignées ou supprimées à tout moment. Vous aurez l'occasion de mieux comprendre le rôle lors de l'entrevue.

Échelle de traitement: 
 
La fourchette de rémunération annuelle pour ce poste est de 127 700$ à 204 100 $.  

Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available.

Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission. In addition to competitive compensation, Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

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At Ciena, we are committed to building and fostering an environment in which our employees feel respected, valued, and heard.  Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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Year Founded: 1992

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Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) is a global leader in networking systems, services, and software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to enable our customers to deliver richer, more connected experiences for all users. At our core, Ciena is a company rooted in people. We prioritize deep, collaborative relationships within our teams and alongside our customers, partners, and communities around the world.

For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. We continue to lead the evolution of networking with a strong track record of industry firsts. As end-user expectations skyrocket, our customers and their networks must transform. Ciena powers this transformation by driving next-generation solutions built for maximum openness and agility—today and into the future.



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