Staff DRAM Design Engineer

Micron Technology; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time-off program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Micron Technology is looking for a Principal DRAM Design Engineer to lead the design and optimization of DRAM circuits in Boise, Idaho. In this hands-on role, you will drive key design decisions, perform circuit simulations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results that shape the future of memory technology.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of circuit design experience or 4+ years of product engineering experience, strong knowledge of circuit fundamentals, and proficiency with simulation tools like SPICE and Verilog. Along with a supportive range of benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of memory solutions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of circuit design experience or 4+ years of product engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit fundamentals.
• Experience with circuit simulation tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of DRAM circuits.
• Perform and analyze circuit simulations.
• Evaluate architectural trade‑offs impacting power and performance.

Skills

Circuit design experience

Circuit simulation tools

Analog and digital circuit fundamentals

Debugging

CMOS behavior knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

SPICE

Verilog

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’re building the next generation of DRAM technology and pushing what’s possible at the intersection of device physics and circuit design. Our team thrives on solving deep technical challenges and turning innovative ideas into high-performance, manufacturable memory solutions. If you’re excited about influencing future technology nodes and working on designs that ship at scale, you’ll feel right at home with us! As a Principal DRAM Design Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in shaping memory architectures and circuit innovations that directly impact product performance, power, and reliability. This is a hands‑on design role where your expertise will drive key decisions from concept through silicon validation, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver meaningful results.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of DRAM circuits including memory array, control logic, datapath, and test logic
• Perform and analyze circuit simulations using tools such as SPICE and Verilog
• Evaluate architectural trade‑offs impacting power, performance, and die size
• Integrate layout parasitics into simulations and drive design for manufacturability
• Define validation strategies including test chip development and silicon bring‑up

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 2+ years of circuit design experience or 4+ years of product engineering experience
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit fundamentals and debugging
• Experience with circuit simulation tools and methodologies
• Knowledge of CMOS behavior, timing, and performance optimization

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with memory architectures, especially DRAM array design and sense amplifiers
• Familiarity with DFT/DFM concepts and semiconductor test flows
• Experience working with layout parasitics and advanced process nodes
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly across teams
• Interest or experience in applying AI tools to engineering workflows

Benefits

Micron offers a range of benefits to support your personal wellbeing and professional growth, including medical, dental, and vision plans across all locations, income protection programs, paid family leave, a robust paid time‑off program and paid holidays. For more information on benefits, please see the Benefits Guide on micron.com/careers/benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Micron is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and 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.