Senior Layout Designer

Micron Technology; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 86,100 - 165,312; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking a Senior Layout Designer in San Jose to develop and prepare multi-dimensional layouts for semiconductor devices.

You will provide detailed drawings from schematics, verify data integrity, and lead major block developments while coordinating with TD, design, verification, and CAD teams. The role requires hands-on experience with layout methodologies, strong debugging skills, and the ability to work across a globally distributed organization.

Qualifications

• As or AAS in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Deep working knowledge of EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys, and Calibre.
• Ability to debug problems through root-cause analysis and collaborate with engineering staff.
• Experience developing custom layout, floor-planning, signal-planning and power-planning.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; solid understanding of design rules.
• Experience with physical verification and debugging; willingness to learn Agentic AI.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize logistics and resources to meet deadlines.
• Lead major block developments and contribute to group innovation.
• Time management and deliver quality-controlled results.
• Contribute to distributed design/layout projects across global teams.
• Develop automation ideas to improve layout efficiency and deliver revisions.

Skills

Cadence Virtuoso

Synopsys

Calibre

Layout design

Root-cause analysis

Cross-group communication

Education

AS/AAS in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Layout Designer

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.

As a Senior Layout Designer, you will develop and prepare multi-dimensional layouts. You will provide detailed drawings of semiconductor devices from schematics and related geometry provided by design engineers, verify data integrity, and take the lead in major block developments. You’ll be expected to communicate effectively with other functional groups across global sites, e.g. TD, design, verification, and CAD. We’re seeking a self-starter who can learn rapidly and adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize logistics and resource allocations to meet scheduled deadlines and proactively develop methodologies for issue resolution
• Contribute to group management and technical innovation
• Time management skills and prioritizing tasks and deliver quality-controlled results
• Contribute to projects in a globally distributed design/layout environment
• Contribute to the improvement of layout efficiency through the development of automation and new methodologies; plan, and deliver major blocks and product revisions

Minimum Qualifications

• As or AAS in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field plus 10 years of direct experience in semiconductor layout design
• Deep working knowledge of EDA tools (i.e. Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys, Calibre)
• Demonstrate a strong ability to debug problems through root-cause analysis, find effective and efficient solutions, and collaborate with the engineering staff
• Skilled in developing and applying custom layout, floor‑planning, signal‑planning and power‑planning methodologies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• In-depth understanding of design rules and delivering quality layouts
• Strong physical verification analysis and debugging skills
• Good understanding of Agentic AI or willingness to learn Agentic AI to help develop efficient workflow

Job Profile(s): Layout/Mask Designer E2 - Layout/Mask Designer E3

Relocation Level: TBD

Compensation

The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is: $62.50 - $120.00 an hour. Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses, and equity. Micron’s pay scale is determined by role, level, location, and other factors. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Benefits

Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Medical, dental, and vision plans are offered in all locations, enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, paid family leave, a robust paid time‑off program, and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on the Micron Technology website.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.