Emerging Memory Design Engineer - Principal

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.As an experienced design engineer in Micron's Emerging Memory R&D Group, you will be a technical individual contributor responsible for architecture, analysis and design of analog and basic digital circuits and complex mixed-signal blocks of large memory chips. This includes development of novel concepts, design and simulation, optimization and floor planning. Strong analog design skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must. Experience guiding layout a must, hands-on layout a plus. Applicant must be proficient in Cadence tools. Working knowledge of Memory core design, Sense Amplifier design, pitch cell design is preferred.Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Contributing to the development of new product opportunities by assisting with the overall design, layout, and optimization of Memory/Logic/Analog circuitsParasitic modeling and assisting in design validation, reticle experiments and required tape-out revisionsOverseeing and managing the layout process including floor-planning, placement, and routingPerforming verification processes with modeling and simulation using industry standard simulatorsContributing to cross group communication to work towards standardization and group successWorking with Marketing, Probe, Assembly, Test, Process Integration, and Product Engineering groups to ensure accurate manufacturability of productProactively solicit guidance from Standards, CAD, modeling, and verification groups to improve the design qualityDriving innovation into the future Memory generations within a dynamic work environmentQualifications and Skills include, but not limited to:Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years demonstrated ability or a Bachelors degree with 10+ years.Strong working knowledge in analog circuits and custom-logic design skills, VHDL coding, circuit modeling, simulation and pre-silicon validation, as well as UNIX.Understanding of all parts of Volatile and Non-Volatile Memory (NVM) design – including analog, array core, sensing, Error Correction Codes (ECC), redundancy and high voltage circuits.Understanding of Memory designs, with an understanding of how digital circuits interact with a complete design (e.g. Flash, or PCM).Strong working knowledge in a variety of Cadence CAD tools for analog and digital circuit design.Understanding of Cadence design tools for generating netlists and validating the circuits. Working knowledge with lab equipment, measurement techniques, experiment design, and some statistics.The ability to evaluate layouts of circuits, and provide meaningful feedback and direction to the layout team.Performs semiconductor design engineering assignments including engineering and designing chip layout circuits, circuit checking, documenting specifications, modifying and evaluating semiconductor devices and components. Reviews product requirements and logic diagrams for device definition. Typically responsible for projects, or portions of projects, to design, fabricate, modify, and evaluate semiconductor devices and components.The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:$121,000.00 - $236,000.00Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.  The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations.  Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training.  The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs.  Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additional compensation may include benefits, discretionary bonuses and equity. As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future.  We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget.  Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave.  Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays.  For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted onmicron.com/careers/benefits.Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.To learn about your right to work click here.To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careersUS Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at  hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.SummaryLocation: Folsom, CA; San Jose, CAType: Full time