SRAM/ROM Circuit Design Engineer

NXP Semiconductors; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

NXP Semiconductors in Austin, Texas is seeking an experienced memory circuit design engineer for SRAM/ROM memory compiler work. The role focuses on implementing memory circuits to meet performance, power, and area targets and coordinating with layout/CAD teams to integrate designs into characterization and regression flows.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in SRAM memory circuit design, strong Cadence Virtuoso skills, and proficiency in scripting languages such as Perl, Tcl, or Python.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years in SRAM memory circuit design, with CMOs at 5nm+.
• Strong familiarity with Cadence Virtuoso and industry-standard EDA tools.
• Knowledge of automotive memory design rules is a plus.
• Proficiency in scripting with Perl, Tcl or Python.

Responsibilities

• Design CMOS memory circuits to meet performance, power and area targets for memory compiler.
• Generate and evaluate simulation characterization metrics and test benches.
• Collaborate with layout teams on compiler leaf cell implementations and enhancements.
• Coordinate with CAD teams to integrate designs into flows and validation.
• Leverage GenAI/LLM tools to improve design methodologies.

Skills

Memory design

CMOS 5nm+

Scripting (Perl, Python, Tcl)

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Other EDA tools

Job description

Job Summary

NXP's Austin Memories team is seeking an experienced memory circuit design engineer for our SRAM and ROM internal memory compiler designs. Our team is part of the Design Enablement/Foundation IP organization within the Chief Technology Office at NXP. We provide differentiating SRAM/ROM memory compiler solutions to NXP SoC design teams across multiple business lines- your work will have real impact for our design teams and, through them, our end products and end customers. Implement design of CMOS memory circuits to meet memory compiler performance, power, and area requirements, including periphery circuits to support functional safety and scan functionality. Generate, execute, and evaluate simulation characterization measurements and simulation test benches, and compare vs. performance targets/benchmarks. Engage with layout teams on implementation of compiler leaf cells based on designs to improve area and performance. Work closely with CAD teams on implementation of new designs into our characterization, verification, and regression flows. Align with modeling/verification team to ensure consistency of designs with frontend models (behavioral/ATPG/emulation). Collaborate effectively across global memory teams to help ensure common methodologies and best practices. Leverage internally supported LLM/GenAI tools and EDA vendor GenAI solutions to implement efficiencies in design methodologies.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related discipline. (Master's degree is preferred).
• 8+ years of industry experience (6+ with Master's degree) in SRAM memory circuit design, including some design experience with advanced CMOS foundry technologies at 5nm and beyond.
• Strong familiarity with Cadence Virtuoso and other industry-standard EDA tools.
• Familiarity with automotive design rules and memory design requirements is a plus.
• Good knowledge of scripting languages such as Perl, tcl, or Python is a must.
• Creative mindset, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Job Location

Job location: The position will be based at the NXP offices in Austin, Texas. Team members are expected to work in office at least 3 days/week.

NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.

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