Layout Engineer Role with Visa Sponsorship in Cambridge: Apply Now

Be part of a team shaping the future of flexible electronics and innovation in semiconductor design.

Location
Cambridge

Type
Full-time

Salary (£)
Competitive with relocation and sponsorship support

About Pragmatic Semiconductor
Pragmatic Semiconductor is redefining what’s possible in electronics. Their mission is to make everyday objects smarter, cheaper, and more sustainable through flexible semiconductor technology. They operate at the cutting edge of innovation, designing chips that power the next generation of connected devices. With a strong collaborative culture and a supportive layout team, they offer a place where creative engineers can make a real impact.

Job details

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship and relocation support: Full support for international candidates relocating to the UK
• Career growth opportunities: Work alongside expert engineers shaping next-gen semiconductor technology
• Collaborative culture: Join a team that values knowledge sharing and problem-solving
• Cutting-edge environment: Work with state-of-the-art design and verification tools
• Attractive package: Competitive pay, generous benefits, and flexible working arrangements

Requirements

• Proven experience in transistor-level designs from scratch
• Strong understanding of parasitics, matching, and shielding
• Knowledge of library development (IO, Logic, Memory)
• Experience designing custom analog blocks like PLLs and ADCs
• Proficiency in Cadence Virtuoso and verification tools (LVS, DRC)
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills across teams
• Degree or equivalent experience in electronic or electrical engineering
• (Desirable) Familiarity with programming languages such as SKILL or Tcl

Salary Details

This is a full-time, permanent role with a highly competitive salary package and additional benefits, including relocation assistance and Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

About the Role

The Layout Engineer will work within a dynamic IC Engineering team to design and deliver high-quality layouts that advance Pragmatic’s product roadmap. They’ll collaborate closely with analog designers and cross-functional teams to produce precise, manufacturable chip layouts supporting both current and future technologies.

This role isn’t just about execution. It’s about impact. Your designs will help bring sustainable, flexible chips to life, influencing industries from healthcare to logistics. Working in Cambridge means joining a community that thrives on creativity, innovation, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with analog designers to create top-quality layouts supporting product goals
• Complete chip-level floor planning, integration, and tape-out activities
• Design detailed transistor-level analog IP blocks such as PLLs and ADCs
• Develop logic libraries, IO, and memory libraries aligned with new technology updates
• Perform LVS, DRC, and extraction verification using industry-standard tools
• Engage in design reviews and maintain detailed documentation
• Collaborate with process and R&D teams to develop DFM rules and test chips
• Support next-generation technology development and layout optimization

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is not subject to a DBS check.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pragmatic Semiconductor values diversity, equity, and inclusion. They encourage applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Adjustments during the application or interview process are available upon request.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Pragmatic Semiconductor
• Address: Cambridge, United Kingdom
• Contact: careers@pragmaticsemi.com

How To Apply
Interested in helping shape the future of semiconductor innovation? Submit your application today to join a team driving technological change and sustainability. Don’t wait too long—roles like this don’t stay open for long.