Analog/RF IC Layout Design Engineer

Overview Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~16,800 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do. Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers. Responsibilities Keysight Technologies has been and will continue to be the world’s premier measurement company. Keysight Technologies has an opening for an Analog Layout Engineer in its ASIC/MMIC Design Center in Colorado Springs. This specific position is to support a team of ASIC/MMIC designers by laying out full custom BiCMOS, CMOS, and bipolar (e.g., InP/GaAs) ICs for leading-edge test and measurement products. Through close collaboration with IC designers and experts in IC technologies and IC design tools, you’ll help create breakthrough components for new Keysight products. The position also requires tools and CAD knowledge to develop methodologies and automation to increase productivity and effectiveness. Job Aspects include: Creating transistor level layout views from schematics, spanning from cell-level up through top-level and full-chip assembly Completing Design Rule Checking (DRC), Layout-vs-Schematic (LVS), Antenna Checks, and maintaining Layout XL compliance Placing device primitives using best practices for thermal and device matching, like common centroid, dummy matching, RF symmetry, interdigitation, etc. Soliciting IC designers for advice and feedback on critical circuit nodes, matching requirements, current density requirements, and other critical parameters for circuit success Knowledge of electro-migration (EMIR) and how to best prevent and correct its effects Understanding of metal density requirements and proper ways to address this type of DRC error Assisting the design team with IC floorplanning, creating grid cells and other custom layouts Coordinating layout activities with other layout engineers and contractors Complete chip level sign-off verifications Qualifications Must have qualifications: BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, or applicable degree and/or relevant experience 7+ years of experience with custom Analog IC Layout experience 5+ years of experience with Cadence Virtuoso Layout XL tools including cell level design and top-level verification tasks including full-chip DRC, LVS and metal density/slot rules Familiarity with analog design in modern sub-micron BiCMOS (130 nm and smaller) Knowledge of device matching, common centroid practices, parasitic effects, and other techniques for guaranteeing quality results Ability to work on multiple cell designs in parallel in a dynamic environment Experience with Version Control systems (e.g., SVN, Cliosoft/SOS) Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills as you will work directly with IC design engineers and other layout designers Additional skills that are nice to have: Basic understanding of simple electrical circuits Experience with Mentor Calibre DRC / LVS and similar EDA tools Layout experience specifically for high-frequency (20+ GHz) bipolar signal path ICs Linux fundamental knowledge SKILL programming or other scripting experience OCEAN experience ITAR statement : This position requires access to certain goods, software, technology, or technical data subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Under these laws and regulations, U.S. persons (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees) working for Keysight can access export-controlled items without authorization from the U.S. government. For any individual who is not a U.S. person, Keysight may need authorization from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other appropriate federal agency before the individual can access export-controlled items. Employment in this position for non-U.S. persons is contingent on Keysight’s ability to obtain any required government authorizations. We are unable to support visa sponsorship for this position. Careers Privacy Statement Keysight Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.

MIN $117,530.00 - MAX $195,880.00

Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, dental and vision Health Savings Account Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Life, Accident, Disability insurance Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health 401(k) Plan Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays Paid Family Leave Discounts, Perks Tuition Reimbursement Adoption Assistance ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan) Restricted Stock Units

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