Senior Technical Architect - AMS Mask Design
United States
Job Description
Senior Technical Architect - AMS Mask Design
Santa Clara, California

Job Summary

This role is responsible for architecting and leading the development of advanced Analog Mixed Signal (AMS) mask designs, translating client requirements into robust, scalable solutions. The position drives technology strategy, ensures alignment with business objectives, and fosters technical excellence within the team to deliver high-performance semiconductor products.

Key Responsibilities

1. Architect complex AMS mask layouts utilizing Cadence Virtuoso and Mentor Graphics, ensuring scalability, performance, and compliance with industry security standards.
2. Develop and optimize physical design flows for AMS circuits using advanced DRC/LVS verification tools to maintain design integrity and manufacturability.
3. Mentor team members on best practices in AMS mask design, guiding training initiatives and technical upskilling to mitigate delivery risks.
4. Lead technical reviews and solution definition by leveraging deep expertise in semiconductor process technologies and client-specific requirements.
5. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather business and technical needs, crafting technology strategies that integrate emerging EDA tools and methodologies for future-proof solutions.

Skill Requirements

1. Expert proficiency in AMS mask design using Cadence Virtuoso, Mentor Graphics, and industry-standard EDA tools.
2. Excellent understanding of semiconductor fabrication, DRC/LVS verification, and tape-out processes.
3. Advanced proficiency in physical design concepts, layout optimization, and process node migration.
4. Solid experience in developing and implementing design methodologies for complex AMS circuits.
5. Strong skills in technical leadership, training, and strategic solutioning aligned with client objectives.

Other Requirements

OP ID: 1435

Maximum Salary (US):  178000
Minimum Salary (US):  117000
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 226,300 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 December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.