Layout Automation Intern (Bay Area)

We are hiring an Intern for our [Department] team at Lightmatter! We are a photonic computer company redefining what computers and human beings are capable of by building the engines that will power discoveries and drive progress in a sustainable way. With modern human progress relying heavily on computers, the world has hit a dead end with traditional transistors, and the prospect of constantly building data centers is an environmental nightmare. Lightmatter has created a solution in photonic computing: using photons instead of electrons to take advantage of their higher bandwidth. We build chips for artificial intelligence computing. Our architecture leverages the unique properties of light to enable fast and efficient inference and training engines.

In this role you will be responsible to use scripting languages like SKILL within Cadence Design software to automate repetitive tasks in the design process, such as layout generation, component placement, routing functions, electrical and manufacturing design rule verification checks, drawing generation, and other routine operations.

Key responsibilities:

• Developing and maintaining SKILL scripts
• Integrating Cadence with other tools to automate simulation setup and result analysis
• Document the function and process to use the scripts.
• Interacting with Package team members such package design and layout engineers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience using scripting SKILL language
• Knowledge of EDA design principles
• Experience Recommended:
• Cadence.
• Valor.
• CAM 350.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Attention to detail and a focus on creating efficient, maintainable solutions

Preferred:

• Knowledge on PCB or Package Layout designs automations
• Proficient in version control systems
• Familiarity with a programming skills such as Python, VBA, or TCL.
• Experience with one of these layout design softwares such as Cadence, Valor, or CAM 350.
• Have one of the following certifications: SKILL programming certification by Cadence and Certified Associate in Python Programming (PCAP)