Overview
Foundation IP Principal Memory Circuit Design Engineer
We are looking for energetic and passionate design engineers to join our Central Engineering Group and be part of an elite team responsible for the development of foundation IP for AI products including memory compilers, logic cells and custom macros of all types on the bleeding edge of process technology.
We have multiple positions at all experience levels.
Responsibilities
Analyze different memory architectures and highlight the tradeoffs
Design and build memory or circuit blocks at the gate or transistor level
Simulate and analyze the circuit design using transistor level simulators
Extract the layout and perform post-layout simulations and verification
Floorplan physical implementation and layout integration of design components
Integrate characterization flow to extract timing and power information
Develop scripts to automate characterization flow, simulations, and verification
Specify and verify various behavioral and physical memory models
Document the design specifications, behavioral description, and timing diagrams
Help specify silicon test plan and correlate silicon to simulation data
Skillset / Qualifications
Strong Expertise in development of memory compilers and custom macros of all types
Deep understanding of transistor level circuit behavior and device physics
Deep understanding of memory bitcell R/W margins and associated assist techniques
Deep understanding of signal integrity analysis, EM/IR analysis, and reliability analysis
Good understanding of memory behavioral and physical models
Good understanding of DFT schemes and chip level integration
Proficient in running simulators, writing automation scripts, and are tools savvy
Good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Motivated, self-driven and good at multi-tasking
Qualifications
Requires a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 12 years of related experience
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