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Senior CAD/Layout Engineer

  • Hybrid
    • Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
    • Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium
    +1 more

Job description

Location: Leuven (Belgique) or Grenoble (France)

About Us: Vertical Compute is an early-stage deep tech startup dedicated to pioneering next-generation memory technologies for advanced computing architecture. Our mission is to redefine the well-known trade-offs of semiconductor memory devices, ultimately enabling the future of computing. We are welcoming passionate, experienced, and forward-thinking colleagues to join our dynamic team and disrupt the industry together.

About what you will do: 

As a Senior CAD & Layout Engineer, you will drive the physical implementation of advanced memory. Working closely with design and technology teams, you'll contribute to next-generation storage and compute solutions through optimized layout, design methodology, and integration support.

Your responsibilities

  • Deliver full-custom layout of memory in advanced nodes (FinFET and beyond).

  • Optimize floorplan, matching, and routing under strict area, power, and reliability constraints.

  • Develop and maintain layout flows, physical views (GDS, LEF, etc.), and verification checks (DRC, LVS, xRC,...).

  • Collaborate across design, PDK, and technology teams for DTCO and test chip/product integration.

  • Support CAD automation, design validation, and silicon debug.

Job requirements

About who you are:

  • Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related field.

  • 10+ years in full-custom layout for memory and/or analog/mixed-signal IPs.

  • Deep understanding of physical constraints: matching, EM, IR drop, antenna rules.

  • Proficient in layout tools (Virtuoso, Calibre) and CAD scripting.

  • Experience with advanced CMOS nodes and emerging memories (MRAM, RRAM) is a plus.

  • Experience in in-memory computing layout is a plus.

  • Self-motivated, self-directed, and well-organized.

  • We like to build a high performing dream team and count on your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to engage effectively with your colleagues, our partners, and stakeholders.

  • Good English communication skills, knowledge of French and/or Dutch is considered a bonus.

Why Join Us:

  • You will get the opportunity to work at the forefront of memory technology innovation.

  • Vertical Compute is not only a state-of-the art but also a human adventure. We believe you must have a lot of fun developing the best of you. Making sure you and your team are going to enjoy the journey and become passionate about what we do is a key goal of our founders.

  • You can be part of a talented and dedicated team in a fast-paced startup environment.

  • In this role, you contribute to projects that will have a significant impact on the future of computing and electronics.

  • You can count on a motivating total rewards package.


How to show your interest in our vacancy: Does the above sounds like you are ready to join our team, please upload your CV.

Vertical Compute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in shaping the future of compute & memory technology and celebrating success!




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