New College Grad - Design Engineer, Circuit Design

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Design/Verification Engineer to contribute to NAND Flash architecture, design, simulation, and verification across analog and digital domains.

This role spans multi‑functional evaluations and collaborative problem solving to deliver robust memory products. You will break down system functions, simulate block‑ and chip‑level designs, and work with cross‑functional teams to optimize performance, power, reliability, and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of analog design theory and CMOS device reliability.
• Understanding memory cell read/write operations and array architecture.
• Transistor-level analog/digital IC design experience with CMOS processes.
• Experience designing analog/digital blocks (bandgap refs, regulators, ADC/DACs, oscillators).
• Familiarity with Verilog, RTL synthesis, logic simulation, place and route; scripting languages; Verilog-A basics.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multi-functional evaluations of key features and recommend architectural decisions for NAND Flash designs.
• Break down system functions into analog/digital circuits and design, simulate, optimize, and floor plan NAND circuitry.
• Validate designs through block- and chip-level simulations and verify across AI-enabled workflows.

Tools

Cadence tooling

LVS/DRC tools

HSPICE

Verilog

XA

Finesim

Verilog-A

Scripting (Python/Perl/C++)

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. The Non-Volatile Engineering (NVEG) NAND Flash design and verification team at Micron Technology develops advanced memory solutions that deliver leading die size, performance, reliability, and power efficiency. The team collaborates closely across functions to bring innovative NAND technologies from concept through production while supporting Micron’s commitment to integrity, accountability, and global community impact. The Design/Verification Engineer contributes to the architecture, design, simulation, and verification of NAND Flash circuits and systems. This role spans analog and digital domains and works multi‑functionally to ensure robust, manufacturable, and high‑performance memory products that meet cost, quality, and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities

Participate in multi‑functional evaluations of key features and recommend architectural decisions for NAND Flash designs. Break down system functions into analog and/or digital circuits and design, simulate, optimize, and floor plan NAND circuitry. Analyze design feasibility and circuit functionality, including performance, power, and reliability. Validate designs through block‑and chip‑level simulations using industry‑standard simulators and defined verification coverage. Collaborate with multi‑functional teams to evaluate NAND die performance, power consumption, manufacturability, and root‑cause analysis, including leveraging AI Assisted tools to enhance debug efficiency and data analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of analog design theory, loop stability analysis, device physics, and CMOS device reliability.
• Understanding of memory cell read/write operations, array architecture, and unit‑block verification methodologies.
• Experience in transistor‑level analog and digital IC design using CMOS, including simulation and post‑layout analysis.
• Experience designing several analog/digital blocks such as bandgap references, regulators, charge pumps, ADC/DACs, oscillators, comparators, sensors, or custom logic.
• Working knowledge of digital design flow (Verilog, RTL synthesis, logic simulation, place and route), scripting languages (Perl, Python, or C++), and Verilog‑A basics, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in AI Enabled environments or willingness to leverage AI tools to support engineering productivity, automation, and data‑driven workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to AI Assisted or Applying AI techniques, such as Python scripting or data‑driven automation, to improve design or verification efficiency.
• Proficient knowledge of memory cell test flow and hands‑on lab experience with IC characterization and debugging.
• Familiarity with circuit‑level reliability fundamentals, including aging effects and device stress mechanisms.
• Advanced expertise with analog and digital simulators such as HSPICE, Verilog, XA, or Finesim.
• Experience with Cadence design environments and LVS/DRC tools, along with deeper expertise in scripting or digital implementation flows.

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full‑time position is: $83,000.00 - $170,000.00 a year Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay 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. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

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 on micron.com/careers/benefits.

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