IBM Design Enablement Engineer - Semiconductor Technology & Automation 

United States, New York, City of Albany 

164398979

Key Responsibilities:
• Design Retargeting and Data Manipulation: Develop and execute post-design retargeting techniques, creating data manipulation scripts and algorithms to streamline and optimize layout design for advanced tape-out processing and improve production outcomes.
• Automated Design Services and Layout Optimization: Implement automated solutions for layout data operations, kerf/scribe layout development, and data processing. Utilize EDA tools (Synopsys ICWB, Cadence Virtuoso) to create and refine design layouts for effective
tape-out and processing.
• Data Processing and Automation Development: Write, test, and deploy scripts in Python, and Unix/Linux Shell to support and automate data processing in tape-out operations. Focus on improving operational efficiency, yield, and printability of production designs.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with technology and design teams to ensure that automation solutions align with production requirements, utilizing your understanding of physical layout and semiconductor technology ground rules to optimize design enablement processes.
• Design Rules and Layout Verification: Perform design rule checking (DRC) and layout verification using industry-standard tools. Ensure compliance with design specifications and technology ground rules to meet quality standards.
• Debugging and Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve design issues, layout errors, and data processing challenges.​​​​​​• Use diagnostic skills to troubleshoot errors and refine processes within a collaborative team setting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field with 3+ years of experience in VLSI chip development or semiconductor technology.
• Proficiency with at least one EDA tool vendor (Synopsys ICWB, Cadence Virtuoso) with 3+ years of design experience.
• Coding experience with scripting languages (Python, Unix/Linux Shell) for automation purposes, with 3+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a collaborative environment.
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Masters Degree