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Principal Engineer Parasitic Extraction (PEX) QA in GF RF product line

GlobalFoundries


Job Location:

Sofia - Bulgaria

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 13 August 2026 (21 days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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GlobalFoundries is a world-leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry with facilities in Dresden Singapore New York and Vermont (USA). Our products are used in various technical applications e.g. mobile communications consumer electronics automotive and more. GlobalFoundries employs around 13000 people worldwide including 300 in Sofia.

Our Sofia based team will enhance GFs scale and capabilities while strengthening competitiveness of its specialized application solutions to further position the company for growth and value creation.

Our Design and Technology Enablement teams are working on the development of a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 350 nm down to 12nm including FD-SOI RF High-Voltage and automotive applications.

Job Role

Responsible for validating and ensuring the quality accuracy and reliability of Parasitic Extraction (PEX) solutions within Process Design Kits (PDKs) for advanced semiconductor technologies. The role involves developing and executing comprehensive QA methodologies verifying PEX model accuracy and flow integrity supporting customer enablement and issue resolution collaborating with EDA tool vendors driving automation and quality improvements and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust production-ready PEX solutions.

Main Responsibilities

  • Validate and qualify Parasitic Extraction (PEX) solutions delivered as part of Process Design Kits (PDKs) for GlobalFoundries RF technologies.

  • Develop execute and maintain comprehensive PEX QA methodologies test plans and validation suites to ensure accuracy robustness and quality of PEX deliverables.

  • Collaborate with EDA tool vendors to support PEX verification resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvements.

  • Investigate and resolve customer-reported issues related to PEX PDK components ensuring timely and effective solutions.

  • Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver best-in-class PEX solutions that meetcustomer and business requirements.

  • Develop and support automation solutions to improve PEX validation quality assurance and overall engineering productivity.

  • Contribute to the development validation and enhancement of PEX methodologies flows and quality standards.

Required Qualifications

  • Fundamental knowledge in the semiconductor field.

  • Verbal and written communication skills in English.

  • University degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics Computer Engineering Physics or a related technical discipline.

  • Experience inthe semiconductor industry EDA or a related engineering field is considered an advantage.

  • Experience in Physical Verification LVS (Layout Versus Schematic) and/or Parasitic Extraction (PEX) flows is highly valuable.

We Offer

  • Attractive compensation package with competitive salary performance related bonus plan and a global recognition program.

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including 20% match and 50 seed shares for first time participants non-executive).

  • Individual technical or management career path opportunities supported by enhanced learning and development programs.

  • Healthy and teambuilding work environment with various perks:

    • Additional medical service including dental and coverage of employees children

    • Food vouchers and canteen discounts

    • Monthly budget for Flex benefit

    • Top-rated office location with recreation Spa facilities

    • Discounts for Spa & Wellness Programs at NV Tower

    • Regular Team Events and Celebrations

  • Focus on employee work-life balance:

    • Hybrid working model and flexible working time

    • 21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company

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.

No Recruitment Fee Policy: GlobalFoundries is committed to ethical and transparent hiring practices. Candidates will not be charged any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Any request for payment related to a GlobalFoundries employment opportunity is unauthorized and should be reported immediately. All legitimate recruitment communications are conducted exclusively through official GlobalFoundries channels. To report concerns or suspected recruitment fraud please contact our Ethics & Compliance Office at or visit our official website.

The Ethics & Compliance mailbox is not a recruitment channel. CVs/resumes submitted to this mailbox will not be reviewed processed or considered for employment opportunities. Please apply through the official GlobalFoundries careers site only.

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