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Silicon Photonics PIC Layout Engineer

Broadcom

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Please Note: 1. If you are a first time user, please create your candidate login account before you apply for a job. (Click Sign In > Create Account) 2. If you already have a Candidate Account, please Sign-In before you apply. Job Description: We are seeking a highly motivated and meticulous IC Layout Engineer, specializing in photonic IC layout. This role is ideal for a candidate with a background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, who is interested in developing a career in IC layout. Responsibilities: Design and implement photonic integrated circuit (PIC) layouts. Develop and utilize a script-based layout tool. Collaborate with design and verification teams to ensure layout meets specifications and performance requirements. Perform layout vs. schematic (LVS) and design rule checking (DRC). Contribute to the development and improvement of layout methodologies and flows. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of related experience; or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and 3+ years of related experience. Strong interest in developing a career in IC layout. Familiarity with Cadence layout tools. Experience with Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools. Preferred experience with script-based layout. Desired Attributes: Highly motivated and eager to learn. Strong attention to detail. Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Compensation and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is USD 101,000.00 To USD 162,000.00 As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements. Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence. Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law. If you are located outside USA, please be sure to fill out a home address as this will be used for future correspondence.

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