Senior Engineer, TCAD

About Silvaco, Inc.

For over four decades, Silvaco, based in Silicon Valley, California and with global locations around the world has solved semiconductor design challenges by offering affordable and competitive TCAD (Technology Computer Aided Design) software, EDA (Electronic Design Automation) software, proven design IP (intellectual property), and world class support to engineers and researchers across the globe. Silvaco solutions span from atoms to systems: starting with simulation of material behavior impacting semiconductor devices, to design and analysis of transistor circuits, and lastly providing IP blocks for systems-on-chip (SoC) designs. Our solutions are deployed in production flows across broad industry segments such as leading display companies, automotive OEM suppliers, and top Memory, 5G, and IoT (internet of things) providers. 

Silvaco is looking for a software engineer to join our TCAD simulation team in the UK. Working at the very center of the TCAD group, the Numerical Simulation Software Developer will help Silvaco develop and deliver high quality products and services.  

As a member of the TCAD group, you will design, implement, evaluate, and improve numerical methods and linear solvers for use in Process and Device simulation. The successful candidate will be an experienced software development engineer with expertise in numerical techniques, especially developing and using iterative and direct linear solvers as part of the solution of partial different equations. As an integral member of a team of highly trained and experienced engineers, the successful candidate must also be able to: 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES; include but not limited to: 

• Develop, support, test, and maintain simulation software tools. 
• Identify and understand the limitations of existing software components. 
• Improve and develop simulation methodologies. 
• Develop and maintain a library of linear solvers.  
• Develop and maintain parallel software using different methodologies such as threading, MPI, or CUDA.  
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. 
• Communicate complex ideas and testing results effectively; both orally and written 
• Must be able to work independently and solve the problems on his/her own initiative. 
• Provide accurate and effective written documentation. 
• Good communication and organization skills, with a logical approach to problem solving, good time management, and task prioritization skills. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 

• PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related fields.  
• 4 – 7 years of experience in the development of linear solvers and parallel programming. 
• Strong proficiency in C++ or equivalent object-oriented programming language.  
• Extensive experience in software design.  
• Experience in software development within teams (code sharing).  
• Experience in developing direct linear solvers, iterative linear solvers, and preconditioners.  
• Experience in numerical methods and techniques relevant to the solution of partial differential equations.   
• Experience in CPU parallel programming (POSIX threads, STL threads, OpenMP, or MPI).  
• Experience in GPU parallel programming languages (CUDA).   
• Good presentation skills, communication skills, and technical writing skills desired.  

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location, and the range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, role-related knowledge and skills, depth of experience, relevant education or training, and additional role-related considerations.

Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At Silvaco, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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