About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a world-leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry with facilities in Dresden, Singapore, New York and Vermont (USA). Our products are used in various technical applications, e.g. mobile communications, consumer electronics, automotive and more. GlobalFoundries employs around 13,000 people worldwide, including 280 in Sofia.

Our Sofia based team will enhance GF’s scale and capabilities, while strengthening competitiveness of its specialized application solutions to further position the company for growth and value creation.

Our Design and Technology Enablement teams are working on the development of a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 350 nm down to 12nm including FD-SOI, RF, High-Voltage and automotive applications.

Your Job

GlobalFoundries Design Enablement Team is seeking a talented and motivated engineer to join the PDK EMIR team. In this role you develop EMIR technology files for precise reliability analysis on a given semiconductor microelectronic layout design. A person in this role regularly interfaces with design rule developers, process development engineers, device designers, device modelers, PDK developers, and client technical support engineers.

Develop high quality Electro migration and IR drop (EMIR) tech files working with stakeholders from PDK, Spice Modeling, Process Integration, Reliability and other relevant teams.

Create high quality EMIR tech files for Voltus/VoltusFi and Redhawk/Totem based on Design Manual and other source documentation.

Create appropriate mapping/interface files to enable smooth flow from CAD library/PEX to EMIR

Work with cross-functional (Reliability, Modeling, Device) teams to ensure tight boundary in Reliability assumptions and EMIR PDK enablement.

Collaborate with appropriate stakeholders and contribute to the improvements of infrastructure and automations for verification of EMIR tech files ensuring highest levels in quality and coverage for all features.

Work with EDA vendors to drive tool enhancements and methodologies based on the needs of advanced processes.

Develop, deploy, support, maintain automation tools that represents the Fab process

Developing design components for Device library of PDKs

Review and interpret process design rules and SPICE model documents, in order to create specification data for the Process Design Kit Device development.

Required Qualifications

Education: Master of Science in related discipline (Electronics, Physics or other)

Experience: at least 5 years of experience as EDA engineer in semiconductors

Excellent technical problem-solving skills.

Good knowledge of device physics and circuit design

Demonstrated programming skills in related area

Participates as a member and leader of cross-functional teams

Self-motivated, resourceful and shows initiative.

Works very well in a team environment

Travel Requirements: Less than 10%

Language Fluency – English (Written & Verbal)

Preferred Qualifications

Master of Science or PhD in technical discipline

Strong experience in physical verification EDA tools

Strong experience using the Cadence Design Environment

Strong experience in PDK Design Enablement flows

Demonstrated expertise Python, Perl

Demonstrated expertise in SKILL coding is a plus

We offer 

Attractive compensation package with competitive salary, performance related bonus plan and a global recognition program. 

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including 20% match and 50 seed shares for first time participants, non-executive). 

Individual, technical or management career path opportunities supported by enhanced learning and development programs. 

Healthy and teambuilding work environment with various perks: 

Additional medical service, including dental and, coverage of employees’ children 

Food vouchers and canteen discounts 

Sports card 50% subsidized by the employer; possibility to add a family member. 

Top-rated office location with recreation Spa facilities 

Discounts for Spa & Wellness Programs at NV Tower 

Regular Team Events and Celebrations 

Relocation/Immigration Support for international Hires 

Focus on employee work-life balance: 

Hybrid working model and flexible working time 

21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company 

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency, and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard. For more information on GlobalFoundries, visit www.globalfoundries.com   

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/careers/opportunities-in-europe/