Process Design Kit (PDK) LVS engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Process Design Kit (PDK) LVS Flow Engineer. Location: Palo Alto, California, United States (Remote available)

We are seeking an experienced Senior PDK LVS Flow Engineer to develop, validate, and maintain the Layout Versus Schematic (LVS) verification flow within our Photonics Process Design Kits (PDKs); This role will ensure accurate netlist extraction and validation, enabling robust physical implementations of advanced photonic circuits.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a robust LVS verification flow using KLayout and Python.
• Define, implement, and validate netlist extraction rules for photonic circuits within the PDK.
• Create tools for netlist manipulation, comparison, and verification to ensure alignment between layout and schematic netlists.
• Maintain, validate, and release updated versions of PDKs;
• Support design and layout teams during the tape-out phase.
• Collaborate with foundry, process, circuit design, layout, and test teams to enable seamless implementation of photonic circuits.

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience with a strong focus on LVS;
• Hands-on experience in silicon photonics design and complex circuit layouts.
• Proficiency in Python and scripting languages with a focus on modular, testable coding practices.
• Required knowledge of KLayout; familiarity with gdsfactory preferred;
• Demonstrated interest in quantum computing.
• Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and collaborative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Compensation and Benefits:

• U.S. Base Pay Range: $150,000 – $185,000
• Bay Area Pay Range: $170,000 – $202,000
• Full-time roles include equity and comprehensive benefits;
• Actual compensation may vary based on education, experience, location, and business needs.

Application Instructions: Please include the word "purple" in your cover letter; PsiQuantum will only contact candidates using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never request banking information; To apply, submit your resume, cover letter, and additional details through PsiQuantum’s official application portal.