Senior Design Lead
India
Job Description
Senior Design Lead
Bangalore, Karnataka

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Standard Cell Layout Engineer to independently drive block-level layout design activities, ensuring high-quality execution and timely delivery. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams and customers, along with mentoring junior engineers and contributing to overall project management. 

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities 

  • Independently execute block-level layout design (Onsite/Offshore), including:  
  • Floorplanning as per area and top-level constraints 
  • Parasitic-aware routing 
  • Physical verification and sign-off 
  • Ensure on-time delivery of layouts with required quality standards 
  • Perform and debug physical verification checks (DRC, LVS, ERC, boundary conditions) 
  • Collaborate effectively with customers and cross-functional teams for successful project execution 
  • Guide and mentor junior team members, review their work and drive quality improvements 
  • Contribute to project planning, tracking, and execution efficiency 

Skill Requirements

Required Skills (Must-Have) 

  • Strong understanding of CMOS and FinFET devices (characteristics, challenges, constraints) 
  • Good knowledge of digital circuit design (combinational & sequential circuits) 
  • Hands-on experience in:  
  • Standard Cell Layout Design (CMOS & FinFET) 
  • Physical verification flows (DRC, LVS, ERC, boundary checks) and debugging 
  • Expertise in:  
  • Floorplanning, routing, and verification of standard cell libraries 
  • EDA tools: Cadence Virtuoso XL, Calibre, PVS 
  • Proficient in Cadence Virtuoso layout editor and associated PV flow 
  • Good understanding of:  
  • Standard cell schematics 
  • Standard cell architectures 

Basic exposure to scripting (SKILL / Shell / Perl / Python) 

Other Requirements

Desired Skills (Good-to-Have) 

  • Experience in advanced technology nodes (<16nm / FinFET nodes) 
  • Strong team collaboration and coordination skills across multiple teams 
  • Good written and verbal communication skills 
  • Positive attitude toward learning and adaptability 

Education & Experience 

  • B.Tech / M.Tech in Electronics / VLSI / Related field with 5-10 years of industry experience 

Keywords 

Standard Cell Design, Layout Design, Physical Verification, Cadence Virtuoso XL, Calibre, Characterization, View Generation, CMOS, FinFET 

Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 227,000 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending March 2026 totaled $14.7 billion.