Junior Engineer Tapeout SystemsTapeout Operations

About GF

GlobalFoundries Inc. (GF) is one of the worlds leading semiconductor manufacturers. GF redefines innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process technology solutions with leading performance in all growth markets. GF offers a unique mix of design development and manufacturing services. With a talented and diverse team and manufacturing locations in the U.S. Europe and Asia GF is a trusted technology provider to its global customers. GF employs approximately 13000 people including more than 3000 in Dresden Germany.

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Introduction

GlobalFoundries is seeking a motivated Tapeout Systems / Tapeout Operations Engineer to join its Global Tapeout and Mask Organization in Dresden Germany. This entry-level role offers graduates a strong start in the semiconductor industry focusing on high-quality tapeout processes and efficient cycle times. Responsibilities include designing future tapeout systems performing daily operations like Design Rule Checks and mask data preparation and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely mask releases. The ideal candidate should possess strong engineering fundamentals problem-solving abilities scripting skills and a drive for continuous improvement. Excellent communication and adaptability in a fast-paced environment are essential and occasional travel may be required.

Your Job

Engage in the design of future Tapeout Systems which generate photo mask data from physical designs

Engage in Daily Tapeout Operations activities such as DRC Dataprep and work hand-off across geographic locations

Work closely with the Fabs OPC Teams Tapeout Logistics & Integration Team Tapeout Integration to facilitate clean tapeouts to RTM

Collaborate with teams within the Global Tapeout Operations Organization to develop and Implement work improvement methods to improve efficiencies reduce costs and improve cycle times

Solve complex technical problems and contribute to multiple projects at the same time. Demonstrate strong analysis and problem-solving skills

Learn and explore new technologies and work with urgency on both Tactical and Strategic Problems

Document Best Practices and Training Material to ensure the smooth completion of the TOC mission

Ensure that processes are well documented that failure modes are assessed and have mitigation and detection in place.

Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental Health Safety & Security requirements and programs support all Environmental Health Safety & Security requirements and programs

Required Qualifications

Master or Bachelor degree in electrical engineering Computer Science Physics Chemistry or related field of study

Knowledge of design and manufacturing of Integrated Circuits in Sub micron technologies

Knowledge of Eletronic design Automation (EDA) tools - physical layout design and verification - Calibre DRC / LVS Cadence Virtuoso

First experience with scripting languages (TCL Python Perl Shell)

Linux user be able to operate on a UNIX environment

Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint

Fluent in spoken and written English (C1)

Should be flexible as a Team Player and motivated as an Individual Contributor

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the Photo Mask Making process

Familiarity with Product Layouts KERF or FRAME Design EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso Mentor Calibre are highly desirable

Experience in Structured Problem Solving (SPS)

Technical Program Management skills

We Offer

The position is open-ended and to be filled as of 01.01.2026 at the earliest.

Attractivecompensation components :

13th month salary bonus payments assistance with relocation to Dresden.

Flexible working time arrangements :

Familyfriendly part-time models trustflextime salary conversion into free time

Diverse opportunities for further development :

Career stages for every job internal qualification offers promotion of external educational qualifications

Focus on your health :

On-site gym and beach volleyball court bike leasing subsidized employee restaurant

Corporate culture :

Cooperation at eye level - everyone is on first name terms with us budget for individual team events social commitment viaGlobalGives

You can find more benefits in detail at part of our corporate DNA. For this reason we would like to encourage womenin particular toapply for a job with us. As we value equal opportunities and inclusion is particularly important to us we welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The job advertisement refers to a position up to job level 4 on the Engineering career ladder.

Information about our benefits you can find here : Experience :

Junior IC

Key Skills

Environment,Academics,Javase,Cost Estimation,Fire,Business Studies

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1