Principal VLSI Design Engineer

Sandisk; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandisk in Bengaluru seeks a senior chip integration expert with 15+ years of experience in full-chip layouts across analog, digital and mixed-signal domains. You will drive Die Architecture, Floorplanning and power distribution with cross-site teams.

The role emphasizes ensuring design constraints, parasitic reduction, and scalable layouts using industry tools and a correct-by-construction approach. Strong communication and leadership across multi-site teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of proven expertise in custom full-chip layouts across analog, digital, and mixed-signal domains.
• Strong background in floorplanning and placement optimization to minimize parasitics and die size.
• Proficient with layout verification tools (DRC/LVS).
• Cross-functional collaboration and leading small teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive full-chip integration activities covering die architecture, die size estimation, floorplanning, and module placement.
• Collaborate with design and process engineering teams across sites to meet design constraints.
• Optimize power distribution and signal integrity across layouts.
• Mentor and manage small teams to ensure project success.

Job description

Sandiskunderstands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandiskmeets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibilityforward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globallyforinnovation, performance and quality.

Sandiskhas two facilities recognized by the World EconomicForum as part of the Global Lighthouse Networkforadvanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthousesforbreakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world movingforward.

Full Chip Integration: Drive the full chip integration activities involving Die Architecture, Die size estimation, Floorplan and module placement to achieve optimal die are meeting all design constraints.

Power Distribution & Floorplanning: Analyze and implement full-chip power distribution strategies and floorplanning optimization to ensure efficient electrical performance, minimize parasitics, and reduce die size.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with design and process engineering teams across multiple sites to resolve issues, align methodologies, and drive project success while maintaining high standards of accuracy and consistency.

15+ years of proven expertise in custom full-chip layouts across analog, digital, and mixed-signal domains, with deep understanding of power distribution and signal planning.

Tool Proficiency: Highly skilled in industry-standard layout verification tools (DRC/LVS, parasitic extraction, and sign-off methodologies).

Floorplanning Expertise: Strong background in floorplanning strategies and placement optimization to minimize parasitics and reduce die size using a correct-by-construction approach.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Adept at working with multi-site, cross-disciplinary teams and managing small teams to drive project success.

Communication & Methodology: Strong verbal and written communication skills with knowledge of layout automation techniques and a proactive mindset toward continuous improvement and efficiency.

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

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