Memory Circuit Design Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design of memory IC projects from initial concept through tape-out, ensuring smooth development and delivery.
• Define and implement memory architectures and circuits with an emphasis on optimizing speed, power efficiency, and silicon area utilization.
• Develop comprehensive test plans to thoroughly evaluate memory designs using simulation tools and methodologies to validate functionality and performance.
• Identify and troubleshoot design issues, employing simulation and analysis techniques to isolate problems and devise effective solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and enhance memory performance, addressing bottlenecks for optimal operation.
• Work closely with analog and digital engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of memory designs into overall product development.
• Support silicon bring-up and validation activities, resolving design-related issues as they arise.
• Stay updated with industry advancements in memory design, implementing cutting-edge techniques and technologies.
• Implement rigorous testing and validation processes to meet quality and reliability standards.
• Maintain detailed documentation of design processes, methodologies, and findings to support team collaboration and project continuity.

Requirements:

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis on CMOS memory, digital, or mixed-signal design.
• 5+ years of experience in circuit design using advanced CMOS processes (PhD research experience may be considered), with successful tape-out experience at leading foundries.
• Hands-on experience in memory circuit design in one or more of the following areas: SRAM, DRAM, Flash, or emerging Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) technologies.
• Strong understanding of layout design, including layout-dependent effects, pitch matching, and design for manufacturing.
• Proficiency with common EDA tools and memory design methodologies, including design, simulation, layout, and verification tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence, Mentor Graphics).
• Ability to create innovative architecture and circuit solutions tailored to customer requirements.
• Comfortable working in a startup environment, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on production experience with key memory blocks such as sense amplifiers, charge pumps, read/write assist circuits, PVT trackers, and power gating.
• Familiarity with memory controllers or memory interfaces.
• Experience with emerging non-volatile memory technologies.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Sponsorship available
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Career development opportunities