Jan Ludvik
About Jan Ludvik
Jan Ludvik is an experienced IP Development Engineer and Physical Design Engineer currently working at ON Semiconductor in Brno, where he has been since 2010. He specializes in the design of standard cells and custom digital blocks, with expertise in various tools and methodologies related to digital and mixed-signal design.
Work at ON Semiconductor
Jan Ludvik has been employed at ON Semiconductor since 2010, where he serves as an IP Development Engineer - Physical Design Engineer. His tenure at the company spans over 14 years, during which he has contributed to various projects in the field of physical design. His role involves consulting on IP audit methodology and writing technical and project documentation. He operates in the Brno metropolitan area, where he applies his extensive knowledge in the design and implementation of digital and mixed-signal circuits.
Previous Experience at CEDO s.r.o.
Prior to his current position, Jan Ludvik worked at CEDO s.r.o. in multiple roles from 2002 to 2010. He began as a Microelectronic B.E. Designer from 2002 to 2006, then advanced to Microelectronic B.E. Senior Designer from 2006 to 2009, and briefly held the same title for five months in 2009 to 2010. His responsibilities included designing standard cells and custom digital blocks, which laid the foundation for his current expertise in physical design.
Education and Expertise
Jan Ludvik studied at Brno University of Technology, where he earned his Ing. (MSc.) degree from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication between 1997 and 2002. His education provided him with a strong foundation in microelectronics, which he has applied throughout his career. He specializes in the design of standard cells and custom digital blocks, utilizing tools such as Cadence Virtuoso DFII, and has expertise in mixed-signal simulation using HSpice, Spectre, and ELDO.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Jan Ludvik possesses a diverse skill set in the field of electronic design automation. He is proficient in the place and route flow and methodology for digital and mixed test chips, using the Encounter Digital Implementation tool. His experience includes physical verification with MGC Calibre and Cadence PVS, as well as parasitic extraction using Calibre or QRC. His technical capabilities enable him to effectively contribute to complex design projects.
Language Proficiency
Jan Ludvik is fluent in Czech, English, and Slovak, which facilitates his communication in diverse professional environments. He also has a basic knowledge of German, enhancing his ability to collaborate with international teams. This multilingual proficiency supports his work in the global semiconductor industry.