Quantum Cryo PDK Architect
Core
Lead the development of the Quantum PDK (QPDK) infrastructure, defining architecture, governance, and delivery for quantum computing design enablement.
Role type
Senior IC Quantum PDK Architect
Builds
Quantum PDKs, release baselines, and automated design enablement flows
Domain
Semiconductor manufacturing / Quantum computing / Advanced packaging
Required skills
Semiconductor PDK development, PDK architecture, release management, EDA tool flows, version control, automation, cross-functional leadership, PDK discipline expertise (PCells/DRC/LVS/PEX)
Preferred skills
Cryogenic technologies, quantum computing, advanced packaging, heterogeneous integration, project management
Technologies
EDA tools, source-control systems, automation frameworks
Responsibilities
Define and maintain overall QPDK architecture; create QPDKs from existing PDKs balancing reuse and customization; drive LEAN PDK philosophy to eliminate legacy content; own version control and release baselines; implement development and change-management processes; evaluate and integrate updates from source PDKs; leverage AI and automation for efficiency; assess ADK requirements and integration; manage licensing and compute resources; provide technical leadership and mentoring.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight
