Joseph Brand
About Joseph Brand
Joseph Brand is an Analog Layout Engineer currently working at Lightmatter. He has over 20 years of experience in CAD engineering, having previously held positions at MACOM and Anadigics Inc., and is skilled in various technical areas including Linux scripting and Process Design Kits.
Work at Lightmatter
Joseph Brand currently serves as an Analog Layout Engineer at Lightmatter, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he applies his expertise in analog layout design and contributes to the development of advanced technologies. His responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams and utilizing his extensive knowledge in layout tools and design methodologies.
Previous Experience at MACOM
Prior to his current role, Joseph worked at MACOM as a Cad Layout Engineer from 2019 to 2023. During his four years at the company, he focused on enhancing design processes and optimizing layout efficiency. His experience at MACOM contributed to his proficiency in analog layout techniques and tools.
Career at Anadigics Inc.
Joseph Brand spent a significant portion of his career at Anadigics Inc., where he held various positions from 1990 to 2013. He served as Manager of CAD Tool Development for 11 years, followed by a role as CAD Tool Engineer for 10 years. His tenure at Anadigics involved developing and supporting CAD tools and Process Design Kits (PDKs), which are essential for efficient circuit design.
Education and Expertise
Joseph has a solid educational background in Electrical Engineering. He studied at Mercer County Community College, earning an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from 1985 to 1987. He has been furthering his studies at the New Jersey Institute of Technology since 1999. His technical skills include writing pCell and skill code, Linux scripting, and proficiency in Cadence's Layout tool suite and Calibre error checking tools.
Foundry Experience
Joseph Brand has extensive experience collaborating with various semiconductor foundries, including Global Foundries, Tower Jazz, IBM, GCS, and TSMC. This experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the manufacturing processes and requirements necessary for successful analog layout design.