Senior Design Lead

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering

In short

We are looking for a skilled Standard Cell Circuit Design Engineer with characterization knowledge to work on end-to-end standard cell library development. The role involves schematic design, characterization, view generation, and supporting automation across design flows with a strong focus on performance, power, and quality.

Responsibilities

Develop standard cell libraries, including schematic design for basic gates, combinational and sequential cells.
Perform SPICE simulations (pre- and post-layout) and analyze design metrics.
Optimize designs for performance, power, and area (PPA).
Review layouts and ensure alignment with schematic and design intent.
Ensure quality and accuracy of characterization deliverables.
Collaborate with layout, verification, and characterization teams.

Requirements

Strong understanding of CMOS and FinFET device characteristics, challenges, and constraints.
Strong knowledge of CMOS digital circuit design (combinational & sequential circuits).
Deep understanding of timing parameters: Delay, pin capacitance, setup/hold, recovery/removal, MPW.
Good knowledge of power parameters: Static power, dynamic power, leakage, capacitance.
Hands-on expertise in SPICE simulations and measurement of design parameters.
Hands-on expertise in Post-layout simulation.
Strong understanding of PVT variations and device impact on performance.
Strong understanding of digital circuit optimization for better PPA.
Experience in schematic and extracted netlist simulations.
Ability to review layouts and correlate with design intent.
Knowledge of reliability analysis in FinFET / advanced nodes.
Basic scripting skills in Linux / Perl / Python.

Desired Qualifications

Understanding of deep submicron process effects.
Hands-on experience with advanced nodes (≤16nm).
Experience with EDA tools: Cadence (Spectre, Virtuoso), waveform viewers.
Good knowledge of complex standard cell circuits.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn.
Detail-oriented, flexible, and proactive approach.

Benefits

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark.
All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.
HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 230,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products.
We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services.

Skills

CMOSFinFETSPICE simulationsPost-layout simulationLinuxPerlPythonCadenceSpectreVirtuoso

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