RF Process Design Kits Engineer, Design Enablement (2025 New College Graduate) at Global Foundries in Santa Clara, California

Job Description:

About GlobalFoundries


GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.



New College Graduates Overview:


We offer many full-time employment paths for recent graduates, which provide accelerated training in a fast-paced work environment, cross-functional working opportunities, and talent mobility. New college graduates are provided with mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities, which give our new team members life-long connections and skills.



Summary of Role:


As a Design Enablement Engineer, you will be a member of the Design Enablement Team responsible for developing design components for Process Design Kits (PDK) and Automation of them.



Essential Responsibilities include:

• Develop, maintain and improve GlobalFoundries Process design kits including support of EDA tools from vendors like Cadence, Synopsys and Siemens.
  
  

• Create PDK related documentation.
  
  

• Responsible for usage, update and documentation of PDK relevant software tools.
  
  

Other Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Education - Graduating with Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Computer Science or related field from an accredited degree program.
  
  

• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing.
  
  

• Fluent in English (Written & Verbal)
  
  

• Excellent technical problem-solving skills.
  
  

• Good attitude and interpersonal skills, tactful and works well in a team environment.
  
  

• Self-motivated, resourceful and shows initiative.
  
  

• Well organized and exhibits attention to detail.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in semiconductor and/or EDA industries.
  
  

• Good knowledge of electronic devices and semiconductor theory.
  
  

• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.
  
  

• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, Tcl, Bash...) is a plus.
  
  

• Exposure to Cadence IC (Virtuoso Layout, Schematic or Skill programming language) is a plus.
  
  

• Previous experience with Unix/Linux systems is also a plus.
  
  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
  

• Strong planning & organizational skills
  
  

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Expected Salary Range

$64,100.00 - $115,400.00


The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.


If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at usaccommodations@gf.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.


An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.


GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.


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