Physical Design Engineer – Memory Layout (TSMC)

Job description

Physical Design Engineer – Memory Layout (TSMC)

Location: Bangalore, India
Industry: Semiconductor
Experience: 2+ years

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Physical Design Engineer specializing in advanced memory layouts within leading TSMC process technologies (7nm and below – including 5nm, 3nm, and 2nm). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in developing, optimizing, and validating memory layouts with a focus on performance, area, and power efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology nodes and collaborate with global teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and development of memory layouts (SRAM, ROM, Register Files, etc.) in advanced process nodes (TSMC 7nm, 5nm, 3nm, 2nm).
• Perform layout implementation including floorplanning, placement, routing, and parasitic extraction.
• Collaborate with circuit designers to ensure proper layout functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Conduct DRC, LVS, and EM/IR checks to ensure design integrity and compliance with foundry requirements.
• Work closely with foundry teams (TSMC) to resolve layout-related issues and optimize for manufacturability.
• Provide support for tape-out and post-silicon validation.

Key Skills & Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in memory layout design for advanced nodes.
• Strong expertise in TSMC technologies (7nm and lower – 5nm, 3nm, 2nm).
• Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools (Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys, Mentor, etc.).
• Solid understanding of DRC/LVS/PEX verification methodologies.
• Experience in memory IP development (SRAM, ROM, cache, etc.).
• Knowledge of power, performance, and area (PPA) optimization techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with M31 IP or similar semiconductor IP vendors.
• Knowledge of reliability checks such as EM/IR and ESD considerations.
• Familiarity with lower geometry challenges (multi-patterning, EUV, etc.).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person