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Senior Mask Design Engineer - Hardware
@ NVIDIA Canada Dev. Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
NVIDIA Canada Dev. Inc. is hiring a Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer to perform physical layout of mixed-signal circuits such as PLLs, high-speed SerDes, ADCs and ESD structures in sub-micron CMOS using Cadence tools. The role requires 7+ years of mask and layout design experience and a BSEE or equivalent. Full-time base salary is 105,000 to 190,000 CAD depending on level and experience, plus equity and benefits. Applications are accepted until November 10, 2026.
Responsibilities:
- Physical layout of mixed-signal circuits (PLLs, SerDes, ADCs, ESD)
- Cross-functional work with ASIC and mixed-signal engineers
- Floor planning, custom layout and design rule verification
Requirements summary:
- BSEE or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in mask and layout design
- Deep analog layout knowledge in submicron CMOS
- Expertise in Cadence Virtuoso
- Experience with Calibre, Dracula, Hercules, PrimeYield
- Scripting in Perl, Python, SKILL
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-06
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Stock or equity |
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NVIDIA Canada Dev. Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 20 |
NVIDIA has continuously reinvented itself over two decades. Our invention of the GPU in 1999 sparked the growth of the PC gaming market, redefined modern computer graphics, and revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing. NVIDIA is a “learning machine” that constantly evolves by adapting to new opportunities that are hard to take on, that only we can pursue, and that matter to the world. This is our life’s work, to amplify human creativity and intelligence. We would love to hear from you!
We are looking for a Senior Mask Layout Design Engineer, someone who is excited to join a growing and dynamic group of diverse individuals responsible for handling meaningful high-speed mixed-signal circuit designs.
What you'll be doing:
- Performing physical layout for mixed-signal functions like PLL's, high speed SerDes, Analog to Digital converters, ESD structures designs in state-of-the-art sub-micron CMOS technologies using Cadence tools.
- You'll work cross functionally with ASIC and mixed-signal engineers to customize designs for integration in VLSI products.
- Take part in floor planning, custom layout and verifying against design rules and schematics.
What we need to see:
- Have a BSEE or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 7+ years industry experience in Mask and Layout Design.
- Deep understanding of analog circuit layout concepts in submicron CMOS technologies.
- You are an authority with Cadence custom circuit design tools - particularly virtuoso.
- Experience running and debugging with verification tools such as Dracula, Hercules, Calibre, and Primeyield.
- You are able to work effectively in a team, good interpersonal skills, enthusiasm and positive energy.
- You'll be proficient in scripting languages like perl, python, skill etc.
- Should have knowledge of DRC and LVS checking flows, ability to customize decks.
105,000 CAD – 155,000 CAD for Level 4; and 140,000 CAD – 190,000 CAD for Level 5.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until November 10, 2026.This posting is for an existing vacancy.
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