Company

TSMC Technology, Inc.

Location

CA-Ontario

Employment Type

Regular

Posted

Nov 07, 2024

Overview of Role

Do you want to work on leading edge future technologies, solving innovative next generation circuit problems, enabling many customer products into mass production?

This career opportunity is with TSMC Design Technology Canada Inc., located in Canada's beautiful capital of Ottawa, Ontario. This unique opportunity is to join a high performing design team responsible for delivering the biggest and most complex TSMC compiler designs on the market.

Responsibilities

In the role of Senior Memory Layout Engineer, you will primarily be responsible for challenging custom layout design and be involved in R&D projects implemented on the world's most advanced CMOS / FinFET processes (5nm and below). This will involve detailed implementation of the high speed and high-density memory compilers and high-speed analog circuits. The successful candidate must demonstrate a high level of ability to estimate, plan and coordinate layout work.

You will perform custom layout implementing IC design in deep-submicron CMOS / FinFET. In addition, you will accomplish compact high performance memory layout : Memory Array, Periphery and Tiler Coding, etc. using industry standard custom CAD tools, layout, DRC, LVS, RC Extraction etc.

Skills

• Hands-on working knowledge of CAD tools; expert user of at least one large CAD custom layout tool flow
• Ability to deliver high quality layouts creatively and independently
• Demonstrated knowledge writing scripts and software macros to enhance productivity as required
• Significant experience with an APR (automated place and route) ASIC backend flow is advantageous
• Exceptional time management skills and work habits
• Proven ability to learn and adapt to new processes and design styles or constraints
• A team player with enhanced communication skills; excellent working knowledge of English (written and oral) is mandatory.
• Ability to work well with teams in diverse locations (e.g., USA, Taiwan)

Key Qualifications

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Strong Assets

Education

Company Description

TSMC Design Technology Canada (TDTC) is in the High-Tech area of Ottawa, Ontario. TDTC is focused on the research and design of deep sub-micron circuits to better serve and support the manufacturing needs of our foundry customers and 3rd party vendors.

TSMC Design Technology Canada Inc, is a wholly owned subsidiary of TSMC in Taiwan.

As a trusted technology and capacity provider, TSMC is driven by the desire to be :

TSMC pioneered the pure-play foundry business model when it was founded in 1987 and has been the world's leading dedicated semiconductor foundry ever since. The Company supports a thriving ecosystem of global customers and partners with the industry's leading process technologies and a portfolio of design enablement solutions to unleash innovation for the global semiconductor industry. With global operations spanning Asia, Europe, and North America, TSMC serves as a committed corporate citizen around the world.

For positions requiring access to technical data subject to export control regulations, including Export Administration Regulations, TSMC North America may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Government for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon TSMC North America obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by the U.S. Government.

Diversity statement

TSMC Design Technology Canada Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by the Employment Equity Act and other application legislation in Canada.

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer embracing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at G_ACCOMMODATIONS[redacted] . TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC's obligations under applicable employment law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.