ASIC Layout Designer at Ralliant in Boulder, CO

Job description

Overview Tektronix is seeking a hard-working and dedicated ASIC Layout Design Engineer. We value inquisitive problem solvers who are motivated and driven. In this role, you will be responsible for block and chip-level layout of high-performance RF Analog ASICs, collaborating closely with design engineers and layout teams. Your mission: ensure outstanding product flow from development to mass production, meeting all manufacturing, quality, and cost goals. Once in production, your contributions to test time reduction, diagnostics, and yield improvement will be critical. Ready for your next challenge? Tektronix may be the place for you! Key Responsibilities Layout of cells, blocks, and chips in CMOS, BiCMOS, and Bipolar processes Chip-level assembly, verification, and debugging Planning and managing layout teams, including contractors and teammates Layout tool development and training Troubleshooting layout software and PDKs Project database management Driving top-down abstraction and black-box methodology Qualifications Minimum 7 years of experience in RF/Analog/Mixed Signal layout design Proficient in broadband RF/high-speed layout, sensitive RF analog matching, and parasitic minimization Experience with PDKs and multiple foundry processes Skilled in efficient chip, block, and cell floor planning and signal path optimization Strong understanding of: Electromigration, Well-proximity and length-of-diffusion effects, Common-centroid matching, Differential pairs, Current mirrors Comfortable with arrays, mirrored, and quadrature layouts Expertise in RF, analog, and digital routing, physical verification, and database management Familiarity with layout of: DAC/ADC, Broadband amplifiers, VGAs, Regulators, VCOs, PLLs, dividers, Samplers, Bandgaps, Charge pumps, IO/ESD structures Strong understanding of RF, analog, digital, and mixed-signal fundamentals Technical Skills CAD Tools: Cadence Virtuoso Schematic L, Layout L and XL Physical Verification & Extraction: Cadence Assura, PVS, Pegasus, Siemens tool suits including Calibre, customIC, Solido, Aprisa and Questa Design Management: SVN, SOS, Synchronicity, IC Manage (or similar) Programming/Scripting: Skill, Python, Ruby, Shell scripting P-Cell development Bonus: Knowledge of Cadence Allegro PCB Design Soft Skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities Ability to mentor and collaborate across teams Ralliant Corporation Overview Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world. About Tektronix Tektronix, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ralliant Corporation, is a place where people are challenged to explore the boundaries of what’s possible, bringing the digital future one step closer every day. Through precision-engineered measurement solutions, we work with our customers to eliminate the barriers between inspiration and realization of world-changing technologies. We believe that cultivating a deeper sense of loyalty and belonging is key to how we attract and retain our best people. This reality inspires our Inclusion & Diversity vision, We Are More Together, and guides our approach as we all work toward creating great places where our teams work and thrive. Realize your true potential at Tektronix – join us in revolutionizing a better tomorrow! We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ralliant Corporation and all Ralliant Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We valu