DRAM Memory Design Engineer - Principal | MTS | SMTS

Micron; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plans

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, ID, is seeking a Senior/Principal Semiconductor Design Engineer to design and optimize next-generation DRAM circuits. You will lead digital and analog circuit development, drive verification and silicon validation, and mentor a global team.

The role emphasizes performance, power, and reliability across memory technologies. Ideal candidates hold a BSEE with 12+ years (SMTS path) or advanced degrees, with strong Verilog, PDN analytics, and scripting skills.

Qualifications

• Requires a BSEE with extensive semiconductor design experience or MSEE with 10+ years in design leadership.
• Deep knowledge of CMOS circuit design, device physics, state machines, and verification methodologies.
• Proficiency in Verilog modeling, simulations, and PDN analysis; scripting in Python/Tcl/Perl.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize digital/analog circuits for next-gen DRAM products, including memory arrays and I/O circuitry.
• Lead circuit development, simulation, verification, and silicon validation to meet performance and power targets.
• Drive floor-planning, layout optimization, and tape-out activities; mentor engineers.

Skills

CMOS circuit design

Verilog modeling

PDN analysis

Python scripting

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

MSEE preferred

Tools

Verilog

HSPICE

FINESIM

Job description

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. We are shaping the memory technologies that power today's most advanced computing platforms, from AI accelerators to mobile and client devices. Our DRAM Engineering team brings together skilled engineers across the globe to solve complex technical challenges, drive innovation, and deliver high-performance memory solutions. If you enjoy tackling difficult problems and turning ideas into products, you'll find exciting opportunities to make an impact here. As a Semiconductor Design Engineer (Principal / Member of Technical Staff / Senior Member of Technical Staff), you will play a key role in designing and optimizing next-generation DRAM products. You will work closely with global design, verification, and multi-functional teams to develop innovative circuit solutions that balance performance, power, quality, reliability, and cost. This role also offers the opportunity to influence technical direction, mentor engineers, and help advance future memory technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize digital and analog circuits for next-generation DRAM products, including memory arrays, control logic, datapaths, address decoding, and I/O circuitry.
• Lead circuit development, simulation, verification, and silicon validation to achieve performance, power, area, and quality targets.
• Drive floor-planning, layout optimization, parasitic analysis, and tape-out activities.
• Advance AI-assisted design, automation, and design-space exploration through collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Provide technical leadership through innovation, multi-functional collaboration, and mentorship of other engineers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, plus MSEE with 10+ years, BSEE with 12+ years, or equivalent relevant semiconductor design experience; SMTS candidates typically have 15+ years of experience with demonstrated technical leadership.
• Extensive knowledge of CMOS circuit design, device physics, state machine logic, and design verification methodologies.
• Experience with Verilog modeling, simulation tools, and power delivery network (PDN) analysis.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, or Perl.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and multi-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with DDR5, LPDDR5/LPDDR6, GDDR6/7, or HBM3/HBM4 memory technologies.
• Experience with FINESIM, HSPICE, or similar schematic entry and simulation tools.
• Experience leading complex circuit design projects and mentoring engineers.
• Exposure to AI/ML-assisted design flows, agentic AI, or advanced design automation frameworks.

Work location: Boise, ID, Main Site. Schedule is 5 days onsite. Relocation support may be available.

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 on micron.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, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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.

To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at [e-mail] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)