PDK Engineer (FP-50024280)

Salary Confidential Position range in Travis County $33.72 - $63.30 Per hour PDK Engineer (FP-50024280)

CIRRUS LOGIC INC

Occupation:

Materials Engineers

Location:

Austin, TX - 78701

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

05/15/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

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Remote:

Not Specified

Updated:

05/18/2026

Expires:

06/14/2026 Job #: 17015184 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 144 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Public Transit Available Benefits Help for .

The Role:

As a Staff PDK Engineer, youll help enable our next generation of highperformance mixedsignal ASICs by developing and integrating technology files, models, and verification decks (DRC, LVS, PEX) that form the backbone of our PDKs. Youll work closely with design teams, foundries, and our silicon technology group to build, validate, and continuously improve these kits. Youll also drive EDA methodology development, including automation, qualification, tool evaluation, and flow enhancementsempowering our designers with efficient, reliable infrastructure that accelerates innovation. If youre passionate about worldclass PDK development and want to influence silicon design at scale, this role gives you the platform to make a major impact. What Youll Own & Create Partner with design and layout teams to support IC tapeouts and ensure smooth execution. Develop and qualify physical verification decks (DRC/LVS/PEX) for robust signoff. Install, customize, and thoroughly test foundry PDKs. Enhance and validate our analog/mixedsignal design environment. Support and improve tapeout methodologies across projects. Mentor fellow PDK engineers, sharing best practices and elevating team capabilities. Skills Youll Bring to the Team BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 12+ years, or MS with 10+ years of experience in a CAD/PDKrelated field. Deep understanding of fronttoback analog/mixedsignal design methodology. Strong handson experience with DRC, LVS, and parasitic extraction flows (Calibre experience a strong plus). Proven expertise in PDK installation, customization, QA, and full PDK development and validation. Ability to effectively support and guide layout and design teams. Solid programming skills in Perl, SKILL, Tcl, Python, and/or shell scripting. Highly organized, collaborative, and versatileable to tackle a wide range of CAD methodology challenges. Expertise in one or more of the following: Developing Cadence dfII tech files, netlisting, simulation setups, and PCells, or Creating and maintaining Calibre DRC physical verification decks.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Experience working with revision control systems (Perforce strongly preferred). Familiarity with Calibre PERC and/or Insight for reliability and electrical rule checking. Understanding of EM/EMIR methodologies for electromigration and powerintegrity analysis. Benefits That Put You First At Cirrus Logic, were deeply committed to the health, happiness, and longterm wellbeing of our employees and their families. Our benefits are designed to support your life both inside and outside the officebecause when you thrive, we all do.

What We Offer:

Inclusive, competitive medical, Rx, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family wellsupported.

FSA & HSA

options, letting you use pretax dollars for expectedor unexpectedmedical expenses. Familyforming benefits, because every path to parenthood deserves support. Onsite Medical Clinic, providing convenient care right at work. 13 paid holidays to help you recharge throughout the year. 17 days of PTO, giving you the flexibility to take time when you need it. Immediate 401(k) eligibility with employer matching, helping you invest in your financial future from day one. Free snacks and refreshments stocked in every office to fuel your day. Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.