Solutions Manager - AMS Mask Design
United States
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Job Description
Solutions Manager - AMS Mask Design
Amador, California

Job Summary

This role is responsible for providing architectural leadership in analog/mixed-signal (AMS) mask design, driving the delivery of advanced solutions that align with client objectives and industry standards. The position ensures technical excellence, strategic direction, and innovation across multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to achieve optimal outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead AMS mask design activities using Cadence Virtuoso and Mentor Graphics, ensuring adherence to process design kits (PDK) and client-specific requirements.
2. Oversee the verification and sign-off of mask layouts through DRC/LVS tools, maintaining compliance with foundry and regulatory standards.
3. Define and enforce best practices in AMS mask design methodologies, including hierarchical layout planning and parasitic extraction, to optimize performance and yield.
4. Provide architectural guidance for integrating analog, RF, and mixed-signal components within SOC projects, leveraging advanced EDA tools for solution delivery.
5. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to align AMS mask design deliverables with overall silicon design and tape-out schedules.
6. Drive process improvement initiatives by evaluating emerging EDA technologies and recommending adoption strategies for increased efficiency and innovation.

Skill Requirements

1. Architectural Leadership in AMS mask design with expert proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso, Mentor Graphics, and Calibre DRC/LVS.
2. Excellent understanding of process design kits (PDK), layout versus schematic (LVS), and design rule checks (DRC).
3. Advanced proficiency in analog, RF, and mixed-signal layout methodologies, including hierarchical planning and parasitic extraction.
4. Solid expertise in silicon integration, tape-out processes, and cross-domain collaboration within semiconductor environments.
5. Strategic technical direction capabilities, with a strong focus on innovation and continuous process improvement.

Other Requirements

1. Recommended: Certified Cadence Virtuoso Layout Designer (CCLD)
2. Optional but valuable: Mentor Graphics Certified Layout Engineer
Maximum Salary (US):  246000
Minimum Salary (US):  161000
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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.