About GlobalFoundries
GlobalFoundries is a world-leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry with facilities in Dresden, Singapore, New York and Vermont (USA). Our products are used in various technical applications, e.g. mobile communications, consumer electronics, automotive and more. GlobalFoundries employs around 13,000 people worldwide, including 280 in Sofia.
Our Sofia based team is enhancing GF’s scale and capabilities, while strengthening competitiveness of its specialized application solutions to further position the company for growth and value creation.
Our Design and Technology Enablement teams are working on the development of a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 350 nm down to 12nm including FD-SOI, RF, High-Voltage and automotive applications.
Your Job
Developing design components for Device library of PDKs
Develop, deploy, support, maintain, PDK (Process Design Kits) Collection of tech files and runtime code readable by Electronic Design Automation tools
Develop, deploy, support, maintain automation tools that represents the Fab process
Review and interpret process design rules and SPICE model documents, in order to create specification data for the Process Design Kit development.
Create and maintain test cases for Company's Process Design Kits / DRC / LVS and perform quality assurance checks to ensure error free deliveries to customers.
Create and update release notes and application notes, and to document any known limitations, issues, and solutions, in order to communicate relevant information on proper usage of the Process Design Kit components to customers.
This position also offers the opportunity to work with an established group of innovators and the potential for you to become an inventor through contributing creative ideas that can lead to trade secrets and/or patents.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent.
Excellent technical problem-solving skills.
Fluent in English – both written and verbal.
Good attitude and interpersonal skills, tactful and works well in a team environment.
Self-motivated, resourceful and shows initiative.
Well organized and exhibits attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
University degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Physics, Computer Science or equivalent.
Good knowledge of electronic devices and semiconductor theory. (Exceptions approved by local HR).
Experience with CAD systems in Electronics (Cadence IC, Cadence OrCAD, Protel or similar).
Experience with scripting languages (Perl, Tcl, Bash...) is a plus.
Exposure to Cadence IC (Virtuoso Layout, Schematic or Cadence Skill programming language) is a great advantage.
Previous experience with Unix/Linux systems is also a plus.
Knowledge of Silicon Photonics would be a great advantage.
Knowledge in ML or GenAI is a great advantage
We offer
Attractive compensation package with competitive salary, performance related bonus plan and a global recognition program.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including 20% match and 50 seed shares for first time participants, non-executive).
Individual, technical or management career path opportunities supported by enhanced learning and development programs.
Healthy and team building work environment with various perks:
Additional medical service, including dental and, coverage of employees’ children
Food vouchers and canteen discounts
Sports card 50% subsidized by the employer; possibility to add a family member.
Top-rated office location with recreation Spa facilities
Discounts for Spa & Wellness Programs at NV Tower
Regular Team Events and Celebrations
Relocation/Immigration Support for international hires
Focus on employee work-life balance:
Hybrid working model and flexible working time
21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company
Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/careers/opportunities-in-europe/