Staff CAD Design Automation Engineer

Micron; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Micron Technology in Boise, Idaho is hiring a CAD Engineer to design, debug, and support AI assisted CAD tools and flows for CMOS design and verification. You will develop P-cells, scripts, and automation, collaborating with design, PI, and process teams to address workflow challenges and implement scalable layout methodologies.

The role requires a BS in a computer engineering or related field, 2+ years in CAD/VLSI, and experience with Cadence SKILL and Python/Perl.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in CAD, VLSI, or a related semiconductor engineering role.
• Experience programming in SKILL/Skill++ (Cadence), Python, and/or Perl.
• Experience with PDK development and/or validation and familiarity with Cadence EDA tools and flows.
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments, shell scripting, databases, and version control.
• Effective communication skills in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support AI assisted CAD software, EDA tools, flows, and methodologies for CMOS design and verification
• Debug, evaluate, and support in-house and commercial AI enabled EDA solutions in a production environment
• Develop P-cells, scripts, and automation for physical design, verification, optimization, and tapeout
• Collaborate closely with design, PI, and process teams to solve workflow and tool challenges, and to implement scalable layout methodologies aligned with PDK requirements
• Document processes and provide training and support for end users

Skills

CAD/VLSI experience

Linux/Unix + scripting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Cadence SKILL/Skill++

Python

Perl

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. Our EDA and Design Enablement team sits at the heart of Micron’s memory development. We build and support the tools and flows that enable world‑class CMOS design at scale. We work closely with design, layout, and process teams, and we thrive on solving hard technical problems that directly impact product success. As a CAD Engineer, you will play a critical role in keeping our AI enabled design ecosystem running efficiently and reliably. You’ll develop, improve, and support both in-house and commercial EDA tools while partnering closely with engineers across the design flow. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys debugging, innovating, and enabling others to do their best work.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support AI assisted CAD software, EDA tools, flows, and methodologies for CMOS design and verification
• Debug, evaluate, and support in-house and commercial AI enabled EDA solutions in a production environment
• Develop P-cells, scripts, and automation for physical design, verification, optimization, and tapeout
• Collaborate closely with design, PI, and process teams to solve workflow and tool challenges, and to implement scalable layout methodologies aligned with PDK requirements
• Document processes and provide training and support for end users

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in CAD, VLSI, or a related semiconductor engineering role
• Experience programming in SKILL/Skill++ (Cadence), Python, and/or Perl
• Experience with PDK development and/or validation and familiarity with Cadence EDA tools and flows
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments, shell scripting, databases, and version control
• Effective communication skills in a collaborative engineering environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of CMOS process fundamentals and layout design rules
• Understanding of photo/metrology marks and layout design
• Prior work supporting or developing AI enabled EDA design tools, flows, and methodologies
• Experience supporting automation for physical design, verification, or tapeout flows

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.

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.

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