Quantum Cryo PDK Architect

GlobalFoundries

. Define and maintain the overall architecture for all Quantum PDKs (QPDKs) .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeMalta • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $143,000 - $247,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quantum PDK development, including architecture definition, version control, and quality assurance processes. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive improvements in efficiency and time-to-market through innovative methodologies.

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Quantum PDK DevelopmentSource-Control SystemsRelease ManagementTechnical LeadershipProject Management

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Hard Skills

PDK ArchitectureQuality Assurance ProcessesChange-Management ProcessesData-Driven Methodologies3DIC Integration StrategiesCryogenic TechnologiesAdvanced PackagingHeterogeneous IntegrationConfiguration ManagementLean PDK Philosophy

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationPlanning SkillsOrganizational SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

EDA Tool FlowsVersion Control InfrastructureCompute ResourcesDevelopment Environments

Industry Keywords

SemiconductorDesign EnablementEnvironmental Health Safety & SecurityCross-Functional Technical Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and maintain the overall architecture for all Quantum PDKs (QPDKs)
Create QPDKs from existing GF PDKs, balancing reuse, customization, and maintainability
Drive a LEAN PDK philosophy by eliminating unnecessary legacy content, tools, layers, devices, and processes
Own QPDK version control infrastructure, release baselines, branching strategies, access control, and configuration management
Define and improve QPDK development, quality assurance, release, and change-management processes
Drive timely, high-quality QPDK releases through governance, planning, and execution
Evaluate source PDK updates and selectively integrate enhancements
Leverage AI, automation, and data-driven methodologies to improve efficiency, quality, and time-to-market
Assess, define, and drive Assembly Design Kit (ADK) requirements and integration strategies with the 3DIC internal team
Manage licensing, compute resources, and development environments
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and architectural reviews
Maintain expertise in a core PDK discipline and contribute directly to development
Support Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field
Minimum 10 years in semiconductor PDK development or design enablement
Deep expertise in at least one major PDK development area
Experience with source-control systems, release management, and EDA tool flows
Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional technical initiatives
Fluency in English Language – written & verbal
Travel up to 10%
Preferred: MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field
Preferred: 15+ years’ experience in semiconductor PDK development and design enablement
Experience with cryogenic, quantum, advanced packaging, or heterogeneous integration technologies is a plus
Project management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong planning & organizational skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel up to 10%
Reasonable accommodation support during the employment process
Equal opportunity employment