Principal Engineer, Tapeout Engineering

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Job Description Summary

• Provide streamlined tapeout and mask services.
• Typically performs one or more of the following in capacity of either an individual contributor (as directed and/or independently), or as a manager:
• Provide on time delivery of photomask sets to the from customer design-in through data preparation.
• Manage and drive tapeout schedule to meet customer requirements
• Problem solves, plans, and tests all parts of the tapeout through mask build flow.
• Engages in pre-tapeout design flow.
• Proactively anticipates customer needs and plan to build in the capacity for the support
• Provide technical support to field engineering, customer engineering, and process owners
• Champion and drives continuous improvement programs for tapeout requirements
• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs
• Work and collaborate on other projects and/or assignments as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience or strong interest in semiconductor manufacturing flows, mask data preparation, or tapeout processes.
• Foundational knowledge of photomask generation, OPC/ORC concepts, and pre‑tapeout design flows.
• Exposure to Agile or DevOps environments, with understanding of sprint‑based development and quality engineering practices.
• Experience designing and executing functional and end‑to‑end tests, defect tracking, and test documentation.
• Familiarity with software validation, workflow automation, or digital transformation initiatives is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and process quality.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering, product, and manufacturing teams.
• Ability to work effectively in evolving environments and adapt to changing priorities.

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.