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MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings

$60K - $96K/yr

Lead full-custom IC layout design and verification, including chip floor planning, analog IP layout ... Co-work with designers on block level and top-level floor planning * Layout review for power/gnd ...

SpaceX

RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

Irvine, CA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

Qualcomm

SRAM Mask Layout Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

As a Mask Layout Designer, you will develop block or macro level layouts and floorplans for high performance custom memories according to project requirements, specifications, and design schematics.

SpaceX

RFIC Layout Designer (RFIC Engineering)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$120K - $175K/yr

You will be an integral part of the IC design team and lead the discipline of layout at the technical level, and will work with RFIC/mixed signal designers on full chip layout of custom analog and ...

Texas Instruments

RET Layout/Mask Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

We offer competitive pay and benefits designed to help you and your family live your best life ... Layout/Mask design. Preferred qualifications: * Hands-on experience in design or PDK development ...

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How much do ic layout mask designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for ic layout mask designer in the United States is $41.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $58.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by IC Layout Mask Designers in their daily work?

IC Layout Mask Designers often face challenges such as managing complex design constraints, optimizing layouts for manufacturability, and ensuring strict adherence to foundry design rules. Balancing performance, area, and power requirements while coordinating closely with circuit and verification engineers can add to the complexity. Staying updated with evolving semiconductor processes and continually learning new layout techniques are also important aspects of the role. Despite these challenges, many designers find the work rewarding due to the impact their contributions have on innovative electronics products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an IC Layout Mask Designer?

To thrive as an IC Layout Mask Designer, you need a solid background in semiconductor physics, electronic circuit design, and proficiency with CAD tools such as Cadence Virtuoso or Mentor Graphics. Experience with industry-standard IC layout design and verification tools, as well as knowledge of relevant process design rules, is highly valued. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams are key soft skills for this role. These competencies are essential to ensure accuracy, manufacturability, and performance in complex integrated circuit designs.

What does an IC Layout Mask Designer do?

An IC Layout Mask Designer creates the physical design of integrated circuits (ICs) by translating circuit schematics into precise geometric patterns. These patterns are used to fabricate semiconductor chips via photolithography. The role involves ensuring circuit performance, optimizing layouts for electrical and manufacturability requirements, and working closely with design and fabrication teams. Proficiency in EDA tools, design rules, and CMOS technology is essential.

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Analog Layout Designer

MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings

Newport Beach, CA • On-site

$60K - $96K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Company Overview:
MACOM designs and manufactures semiconductor products for DataCenter, Telecommunication, and Industrial and Defense applications.Headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts, MACOM has design centers and salesoffices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. MACOM is certified to theISO9001 international quality standard and ISO14001 environmental managementstandard.
MACOM has more than 75 years of application expertisewith multiple design centers, Si, GaAs, and InP fabrication, manufacturing,assembly and test, and operational facilities throughout North America, Europe,and Asia. Click here to view our facilities. https://www.macom.com/. Inaddition, MACOM offers foundry services that represents a key corecompetency within our business.
MACOM sells and distributes products globally via asales channel comprised of a direct field sales force, authorized salesrepresentatives, and leading industry distributors. Our sales team is trainedacross all of our products to give our customers insights into our entireportfolio.
Role: Analog Layout Designer
Job Description:
  • In this role layout engineer with closely work with analog design team to layout and verify custom analog/mixed-signal IPs
  • Lead full-custom IC layout design and verification, including chip floor planning, analog IP layout and chip level layout integration of various analog, mixed signal and ASIC blocks
  • Full verification of Block level and top-level layout including extraction, DRC, LVS, and DFM checking
  • Layout schedule planning and working with other IP layout engineers to integrate various layout blocks
  • Co-work with designers on block level and top-level floor planning
  • Layout review for power/gnd routing, electro migration, signal path check, matching, and signal coupling

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • High-speed Mixed-Signal layout design expertise
  • Minimum 4 years of custom layout experience
  • Knowledge of Cadence Virtuoso design flow
  • High level proficiency in interpretation of CALIBRE DRC, ERC, LVS reports.
  • Full understanding of IR drop, RC delay, Electro migration and chip finishing
  • Ability to do floor planning and do area estimate
  • Good communication with circuit designers and other layout engineers
  • Familiarity with high-speed BiCMOS layout is a plus
  • Scripting in Cadence is a plus.

The Salary Range for this position is $60,000 - $96,000. Actualsalary offered to candidate will depend on several factors, including but notlimited to, work location, relevant candidates' experience, education, andspecific knowledge, skills, and abilities.Benefits:
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limitedto:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan.
  • Paid time off.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Free access to gym onsite

EEO:
MACOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverseworkforce. MACOM will not discriminate against any worker or job applicant onthe basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, militaryservice, marital status, or any other category protected under applicable law.
Reasonable Accommodation:
MACOM is committed to working with and providing reasonableaccommodations to qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Ifyou have a disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation withrespect to any part of the application process, please call +1-978-656-2500 oremail HR_Ops@MACOM.com. Provide your name, phone number and the position titleand location in which you are interested, and nature of accommodation needed,and we will get back to you. We also work with current employees who request orneed reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions oftheir jobs.

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