Device Simulation Software Developer

**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 device simulation team in one of the company's offices in Europe. Working at the very center of the TCAD group, the Device Software Developer will help Silvaco develop and deliver high quality products and services.

**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES; include but not limited to**:

- Develop, support, test, and maintain existing simulation software.
- Identify and understand limitations of existing software components.
- Improve and develop simulation methodologies.
- Develop and provide software solutions for physical models.
- Identify, implement, and test new physical models.
- Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Communicate complex ideas and testing results effectively; both orally and written
- Must be able to work independently and solve the problems on his/her own initiative.
- Provide accurate and effective written documentation.
- Good communication and organization skills, with a logical approach to problem solving, good time management, and task prioritization skills.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE**
- Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, Computational Science, or a related field.
- Strong proficiency in C ++ and software design.
- Experience in software development within teams (code sharing).
- Strong solid-state physics fundamentals.
- Experience in discretizing and solving systems of nonlinear equations.
- Experience in simulating semiconductor devices.
- Good communication and organization skills, with a logical approach to problem solving, good time management, and task prioritization skills.

**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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