Non-Volatile Memory Design Architecture Lead

Micron Technology, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Non-Volatile Memory Design Architecture Lead to innovate and execute NAND Flash designs. You will work closely with functional teams, drive architecture decisions, and ensure optimal memory product performance.

The right candidate will have 15+ years of experience in non-volatile memory, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and the ability to work effectively in teams, while driving innovative solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of proven experience in non-volatile memory design.
• Broad knowledge and experience in NAND Flash memory design required.
• Proven knowledge of various logic, analog, and mixed signal circuit’s functionality.

Responsibilities

• Innovate and architect innovative memory/storage solutions.
• Contribute to the development of new NAND Flash Memory.
• Drive multi-functional team in key features evaluation.

Skills

Non-volatile memory design

Circuit design

Logic circuits

Analog design

Communication skills

Education

BS, MS or Ph.D in Electrical Engineering

Tools

XA

hspice

hsim/finesim

Job description

Non-Volatile Memory Design Architecture Lead

As a Design Architecture Lead in Non-Volatile-Engineering NAND Flash design team at Micron Technology, Inc., your role will cover both pathfinding as well as execution of innovative non-volatile memory designs! You will work with and support the efforts of functional teams to innovate and evaluate key multi-functional features and architecture to ensure best in class memory products in terms of die size, performance, reliability and power. In this role, you are expected to participate in definition of simulation plans, environment setup, pass/fail criteria, and coverage analysis. You will also work closely with design team members during all phases of design from concept to production. In addition, you will actively participate in the design and quality methodology improvements across the department. You will also be responsible for assisting product engineers in post-silicon design validation, root cause analysis, and providing solutions!

Responsibilities and Duties

• Innovate and architect innovative memory/storage solution for high performance and energy efficient systems
• Identify and innovate new concepts and features based on customer requirements
• Contributing to the development of new NAND Flash Memory by assisting with the overall design, layout, and optimization of Memory/Logic circuits
• Drive multi-functional team in key features evaluation and recommend decision on architecture
• Working with Marketing, Probe, Assembly, Test, Process Integration, and Product Engineering groups to ensure accurate manufacturability of product
• Supervising and manage the full chip verification activities including planning, tracking, and criteria setting
• Proactively solicit mentorship from Standards, CAD, modeling, and verification groups to ensure the design quality
• Driving innovation into the future Memory generation with dynamic work environment
• Stay abreast of new sophisticated technology and architecture trends in the market

Qualifications and Skills

• 15+ years of proven experience in non-volatile memory design
• Degree/Major: BS, MS or Ph.D in Electrical Engineering (or related fields)
• Broad knowledge and experience in NAND Flash memory design is required
• Proven knowledge of various logic, analog, and mixed signal circuit’s functionality on full chip level
• Knowledge of circuit simulators such as XA, hspice and/or hsim/finesim, etc.
• An understanding of semiconductor reliability issues including CHC, NBTI, stress and snapback, as well as Electromigration (EM) and IR analysis
• An understanding of StarRC/Calibre parasitic extraction flow and capability to debug extraction issues

What Sets You Apart

• Good communication skills with the ability to convey sophisticated technical concepts in verbal and written form
• Ability to lead multi-functional team in a project environment
• Ability to orchestrate AI tools adoption and deployment is highly desired

Job Profile(s): Semiconductor Design Eng MTS

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.