Lead of Microelectronics Design Center EDA Support Group

h3About Fondazione Chips-IT /h3pThe Foundation “Italian Center for the Design of Semiconductor Integrated Circuits,” also known as the Chips-IT Foundation, is a nonprofit research and technology organization under the supervision of the Ministries of Industry. /ppThe Foundation is Italy's first RTO (Research and Technology Organization) vertically focused on semiconductor research and stands as a center of excellence in frontier research on semiconductor design, as well as a pivotal center of the Italian semiconductor ecosystem and expertise. /pulliPromote the design and development of integrated circuits /liliStrengthen the system of professional training in the field of microelectronics /liliEnsure the establishment of a network of universities, research centers and enterprises that fosters innovation and technology transfer in the field /li /ulh3Posizione /h3pThe Chips-IT Foundation is seeking a senior professional to lead and support the activities of its Microelectronics Design Center. This role is central to ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and continuous evolution of design tools, laboratory infrastructure, and the overall RD environment for advanced System-on-Chip (SoC) development. The Lead of Microelectronics Design Center EDA Support Group will be responsible for the maintenance, optimization, and governance of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) flows, Process Design Kits (PDKs). This position serves as a technical focal point for microelectronics design infrastructure, coordinating interactions with foundries, and EDA vendors, while enabling seamless SoC design from concept through tape-out. /ph3About Fondazione Chips-IT /h3pThe Foundation “Italian Center for the Design of Semiconductor Integrated Circuits,” also known as the Chips-IT Foundation, is a nonprofit research and technology organization under the supervision of the Ministries of Industry. /ppThe Foundation is Italy's first RTO (Research and Technology Organization) vertically focused on semiconductor research and stands as a center of excellence in frontier research on semiconductor design, as well as a pivotal center of the Italian semiconductor ecosystem and expertise. /pulliPromote the design and development of integrated circuits /liliStrengthen the system of professional training in the field of microelectronics /liliEnsure the establishment of a network of universities, research centers and enterprises that fosters innovation and technology transfer in the field /li /ulh3Posizione /h3pThe Chips-IT Foundation is seeking a senior professional to lead and support the activities of its Microelectronics Design Center. This role is central to ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and continuous evolution of design tools, laboratory infrastructure and the overall RD environment for advanced System-on-Chip (SoC) development. The Lead of Microelectronics Design Center EDA Support Group will be responsible for the maintenance, optimization, and governance of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) flows, Process Design Kits (PDKs). This position serves as a technical focal point for microelectronics design infrastructure, coordinating interactions with foundries, and EDA vendors, while enabling seamless SoC design from concept through tape-out. /ppThe work can be carried out either in Pavia or in Bologna. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliCoordinate with vendors for EDA tool procurement, licensing, and maintenance contracts. /liliMaintain and optimize EDA toolchains for digital design, including simulation, synthesis, verification, and physical design. /liliManage PDK installations and updates, acting as the technical liaison with foundries for issue resolution and continuous support. /liliMaintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot HW Emulators, ensuring uninterrupted research and pre-silicon verification activities. /liliEnable seamless integration of PDKs into EDA workflows, supporting the full SoC design lifecycle from concept to tape-out. /liliEnsure accurate and up-to-date documentation of tool installations, maintenance procedures, and best practices for EDA flows and laboratory equipment. /li /ulh3Requisiti /h3ulliMaster’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field with a focus on EDA tools, PDKs, or semiconductor processes. /liliProven experience in maintaining EDA tools and managing PDKs (Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens). /liliStrong understanding of semiconductor fabrication processes, including interactions with foundries. /liliFamiliarity with hardware description languages (Verilog, VHDL), digital and analog design workflows. /liliTape-out experience with advanced process nodes (16nm and below). /li /ulh3Altre Informazioni /h3pWHAT WE OFFER: /pulliCompetitive compensation and contract type, to be negotiated based on qualifications and experience /liliPossibility to enter into a PhD conjugating your job with a research program that will grant you the PhD title. /liliLunch tickets /liliPrivate health care coverage depending on your role and contract /liliStructured growth path, with ongoing access to training and updates /liliNetworking opportunities with industry-leading professionals /liliInternational environment /liliHybrid work policy /liliTax deductions: Candidates from abroad, comprising Italian citizens, who have carried scientific research activity abroad and meet specific requirements, may be entitled to a taxable income deduction up to 90% for a period of 6 to 13 years /li /ulpIn conformità con le normative vigenti, il range retributivo lordo annuo previsto per questa posizione parte da Euro 60.000,00, con il fine di valutare candidature con diversi livelli di seniority; l'offerta finale sarà strettamente commisurata all'effettiva esperienza e alle competenze del candidato, e sarà integrata dai benefit aziendali previsti per il ruolo. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr