Many time we have came across a question about how to change domain from software/IT to VLSI. In this article we will limit our discussion about and around this topic.
Getting a desired job is all about matching between required skill set for the post and expertise/experience of the applicant. Now VLSI/ Semiconductor industry is predominantly a domain for people having electronics background. However there is significant scope for people from computer science background also. For example RnD teams of EDA companies require ppl from computer science background. In many IP companies , CAD team is completely run by ppl from computer science background. Moreover System team, Shipping and Delivery team require ppl with strong programming skill. If you are working in IT/ Software background for quite some time and want to join VLSI/Semiconductor industry then first thing you must do is that, try to understand where you stand with your skill set with respect to required skill set. That you can do by keeping a close eye on published job openings in different job portal or professional networking site. Try to understand the Jd to find out which kind of skill set is required. If you have those skill set then congrats, half of the work is done. If you lag in skill set, don't get upset,make a plan to acquire those skill set. For domain knowledge of front end or back end or to know about the basics of different steps of VLSI flow you may join some finishing school and after completion of the course you will get a certificate. Try to gather some domain knowledge. You might aim to join any RnD team of an EDA company where you will contribute to develop an EDA tool. A little bit generic knowledge on how that tool will impact a customers work or where actually in the VLSI flow it is used will help you during the interview.
Now lets see some example JD :
JD 1 :
This sample JD is collected from a job portal. From both the desired skill and qualification section you can get an initial idea about the job role. For this opening the company is looking for a person with degree of computing discipline and with relevant knowledge.This is a typical job opening for ppl with computing background and almost all product company need such ppl.
There is another sample JD on the screen.
JD 2:
This is a JD for EDA tool developer and they even looking for a person with proven industry experience of 5 yrs.So there are openings, one need to follow such openings and prepare themselves accordingly.
Now once your preparation part is done, rewrite your resume and upload to multiple job portals. Also search for jobs on professional networking sites and apply.
Hope this article will help you and we want to say all the best in advance.
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