About Silvaco, Inc.
For over three 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.
Job Summary
Silvaco is looking for a software engineer to join our FEM team. Working at the very center of the TCAD group, the FEM Meshing Software Developer will help Silvaco develop and deliver high quality products and services.
As a member of the TCAD group, you will work on optimizing as well as developing new meshing solutions for FEM analysis and work on extending numerical FEM schemes and provide recommendations and support to internal engineering teams. The successful candidate will have expert software engineering skills and expertise in implementing mathematical methods and algorithms.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES; include but not limited to:
- Identify and implement new meshing techniques
- Improve and optimize existing meshing techniques
- Identify potentials for improvements in the existing solution techniques
- Extend the numerical capabilities of our existing FEM engines
- Provide accurate and effective written documentation
- Communicate complex ideas and testing results effectively, both orally and in writing
Qualifications And Required Experience
- MSc (with relevant experience) or Ph.D. in Computational Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or Engineering
- Strong proficiency in C/C++, software design
- Experience with geometrical algorithms
- Experience with meshing techniques (tet meshing, quad meshing, …)
- Experience with finite element techniques
- Experience with implicit / explicit geometry representations and conversions
- Experience with parallel programming, especially pthreads, OpenMP, and MPI
- Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems
- Very good understanding of mathematical properties and limitations of spacial discretization techniques especially for finite element analysis especially in the context of complex meshes
- Good communication and organization skills, with a logical approach to problem solving, good time management and task prioritization skills
- Experience to work in international teams
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting.
- Prolonged periods of typing
- Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
- Ability to lift (up) to 15 pounds at times.
All Silvaco salary ranges are determined by role, level, and geographic location. 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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