Design Automation Engineer

GlobalFoundries is a world-leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry with facilities in Dresden, Singapore, New York and Vermont (USA). Our products are used in various technical applications, e.g. mobile communications, consumer electronics, automotive and more. GlobalFoundries employs around 13,000 people worldwide, including 280 in Sofia.

Our Sofia based team will enhance GF’s scale and capabilities, while strengthening competitiveness of its specialized application solutions to further position the company for growth and value creation.

Our Design and Technology Enablement teams are working on the development of a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 350 nm down to 12nm including FD-SOI, RF, High-Voltage and automotive applications.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and utilize testsites which are in-house chip designs used to develop and understand the technology of interest.
• Perform in-house chip development to aid in understanding the customers design / technology
• Design chip elements to get electrical data out of the chip to development
• Evaluate and process  customer design to mask
• Perform various analytics and tests on designed chip to gain electrical data from design to understand how the technology behaves
• Evaluate data analysis to optimize the chip
• Use Cadence Virtuoso and Calibre tools to design and verify test structures
• Use the SKILL language to write pCells and wiring scripts used in the design process
• Understand and interpret DRC (Design Rule Checking) results on designs and collaborate with stakeholders to successfully resolve DRC issues
• Work collaboratively across time zones to support the needs of stakeholders across the globe
• Execute and debug internal design automation tool used to create designs
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
• Work and collaborate on other projects and/or assignments as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Excellent technical problem-solving skills.
• Fluent in English – both written and verbal.
• Good attitude and interpersonal skills, tactful and works well in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, resourceful and shows initiative.
• Well organized and exhibits attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Know how to use Cadence Virtuoso for design work
• Know how to use SKILL language
• Has some experience with using Design Rule Check (DRC) deck to verify design

We Offer

• Attractive compensation package with competitive salary, performance related bonus plan and a global recognition program.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including 20% match and 50 seed shares for first time participants, non-executive).
• Individual, technical or management career path opportunities supported by enhanced learning and development programs.
• Healthy and teambuilding work environment with various perks:
  • Additional medical service, including dental and, coverage of employees’ children
  • Food vouchers and canteen discounts
  • Sports card 50% subsidized by the employer; possibility to add a family member.
  • Top-rated office location with recreation Spa facilities
  • Discounts for Spa & Wellness Programs at NV Tower
  • Regular Team Events and Celebrations
  • Relocation/Immigration Support for international Hires
• Focus on employee work-life balance:
  • Hybrid working model and flexible working time
  • 21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency, and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.