High-Speed Memory Design Engineer (6761)

TSMC; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor foundry is seeking a High-Speed Memory Design Engineer in Ottawa. The role involves designing and verifying memory compilers, optimizing circuits, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have 2-7 years of experience in circuit design and a strong background in semiconductor technologies.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years of circuit design experience.
• Experience with advanced process circuit design (7nm/5nm or below).
• Knowledge of semiconductor physics and circuit theory.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop projects on advanced FinFET/GAA processes.
• Design and verify high-speed, high-density memory compilers.
• Collaborate with layout engineers for physical implementation.

Skills

Circuit design

Semiconductor physics

CMOS implementation

Scripting (Perl, Python)

Communication

Teamwork

Education

MSc EE

PhD EE

Tools

IC design tools

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Overview Of Role

TSMC Design Technology Canada Inc. has an immediate opening for circuit design talent from within North America to join its world-class SRAM compiler team in our Ottawa Office.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop projects on advanced FinFET/GAA processes (2nm and below).
• Design and verify high-speed, high-density memory compilers for mainstream products.
• Optimize circuits for power, performance, and area.
• Collaborate with layout engineers for physical implementation.
• Use modern IC design tools for schematic capture, simulation, verification, and layout.
• Script and program to automate design tasks, utilizing Linux scripting, Perl, Python, etc.
• Work closely with colleagues in layout and verification teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-7 years of circuit design experience.
• Experience with advanced process circuit design (e.g., 7nm/5nm or below).
• Knowledge of semiconductor physics, circuit theory, CMOS implementation; experience with FinFET/GAA technologies preferred.
• Expertise in CMOS logic design, analog transistor-level optimization, and full-custom layout.
• Proficiency with IC design tools and scripting languages (Perl, Python).
• Strong communication, teamwork, integrity, and innovation skills.

Education

• MSc EE or PhD EE preferred.

Company Description

TSMC Design Technology Canada (TDTC) in Ottawa focuses on deep sub-micron circuit research and design, supporting manufacturing needs of our foundry customers and third-party vendors. TSMC is a leading semiconductor foundry committed to innovation, sustainability, and ethical business practices, with global operations and a broad ecosystem of clients and partners.

Diversity statement

TSMC is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, providing accommodations as needed during the application process.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing