Foundry Interface Engineer
The Foundry Interface Engineer will collaborate with foundry partners, third-party vendors, and internal teams to enhance the design of our ASICs. This role involves partnering with OSAT to monitor and review production wafer test data, working with circuit designers to analyze results, and requesting process fine-tuning from the foundry based on these analyses.
Key responsibilities include managing foundry PDK/DK and design library collaterals, guiding internal IP/design teams on technology attributes in line with product requirements, and collaborating with various internal teams for seamless product bring-up and productization. The engineer will also review and assess foundry silicon data against SPICE/design goals, drive foundry partners on CIPs to improve processes, and work closely with circuit designers and test engineers to enhance circuit performance and energy efficiency.
Candidates should have over 10 years of post-education experience in FAB/Fabless environments, technology definition and bring-up, device/process architecture, and NPI. Experience with foundry design kits, SPICE, DR/DRC evaluation, and advanced node device physics (e.g., FinFET/GAA) is essential. A strong understanding of low power design techniques, layout effects on circuit design, and excellent statistical, data analysis, and communication skills are also required.
Block offers a competitive compensation package, with salary ranges varying based on location. For example, in Zone A, the salary range is $198,000 to $297,000 USD. Benefits include healthcare coverage, retirement plans with company match, employee stock purchase programs, wellness programs, paid parental and caregiving leave, flexible time off, and learning and development resources.
Block is committed to building an inclusive economy and workplace, evaluating all employees and job applicants consistently, without regard to identity or any legally protected class. The company values fairness and is dedicated to providing an inclusive interview experience, including reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.