Physical Design PDK Engineer

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

Salary: $152,000.00 - $208,500.00 Location: Santa Clara,CA You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.  At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits .  Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. Our innovations make possible™ the technology shaping the future. To achieve this, we employ some of the best, brightest, and most talented people in the world who work together as part of a winning team.

Onsite based position at our Santa Clara, CA campus. Expertise in PDK enablement and library validation/automation. Hands-on experience with LVS/Parasitic extraction/standard cell characterization flows and methodologies Design/System level experience with DTCO and PPA analysis Hands-on expertise in TCL, Python, make and shell scripting Broad understanding of system design (product architecture, packaging, SRAM, DRAM, etc.) is a plus Strong understanding of the RTL2GDS concepts and methodology and experience with Synopsys/Cadence physical design tools (Fusion Compiler/Innovus) Knowledge of standard cell architecture and design tradeoffs with respect to PPA Proactively identify and act on new trends or developments in future technology nodes Ability to implement solutions and troubleshoot complex problems with limited or no supervision in area of expertise Creative thinking and ability to look ahead and anticipating future technology innovations/issues Ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders, customers and vendors Collaborate/participate in discussions to solve interdisciplinary technical issues in a cross-functional team environment Functional Knowledge Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field  Business Expertise Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services Leadership May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity  Problem Solving Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions Impact Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies interpersonal Skills Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view Additional Information Time Type: Full time Employee Type: Assignee / Regular Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Relocation Eligible: No The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our