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Micron Technology, Inc. Principal IO Design Engineer, HBM Design in Folsom, California
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 Opportunity Summary:
For more than 43 years, Micron Technology, Inc. has redefined innovation with the world’s most advanced memory and semiconductor technologies. We’re an international team of visionaries and scientists, developing groundbreaking technologies that are transforming how the world uses information to enrich life.
We are looking for a HBM High-speed IO Design Engineer. Are you passionate about crafting circuits for the next generation of memory that will power leading-edge AI applications?
You will work in an innovative and dynamic team and will be responsible for crafting and analyzing high-speed IO circuits for DRAM & Interface die. This includes simulating, optimizing, and floor planning circuits. In this position, you will collaborate with Micron’s worldwide design and verification teams and support the efforts of multi-functional teams such as Product Engineering, Test, Probe, Process Integration, Assembly, and Marketing to proactively design HBM products that optimize all manufacturing functions and ensure the best performance, power, cost, quality, reliability, time-to-market, and customer satisfaction.
High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) is a specialized computer memory interface crafted for 3D-stacked synchronous dynamic random-access memory (SDRAM). HBM stacks multiple DRAM chips vertically, resulting in a compact form factor. It provides very wide data channels both within the stack and between the memory and processor. It can deliver high bandwidths needed for cutting-edge applications like ML (Machine Learning) and AI (Artificial Intelligence). HBM incorporates RTL-style logic design, custom high-speed PHY design, analog circuit design, and DFT circuits to deliver advanced HBM products using in-house and external foundry processes.
- This position will be a hybrid role located in either Atlanta, GA – Folsom, CA – Allen, TX
*The seniority level offered will be based on a combination of experience and education.
What’s Encouraged Daily:
Contribute to the development of new HBM products by assisting with the overall design, and layout.
Interpret product specifications and design circuits to meet the required functionality.
Design analog/mixed-signal CMOS circuits in deep sub-micron technologies (5 – 40 nm) for High-speed Memory interfaces (DDR3/4/5, LPDDR3/4x/5, GDDR5/6) or SerDes Interfaces (PCIe, MIPI, HDMI, USB, SATA etc).
Design High-speed Transmitter (Tx), Receiver (Rx), Tx/Tx Equalization (FFE/CTLE/DFE), PLL, DLL, CDR, high-speed data path.
Link budget and timing closure
Participate in new circuit conception and design as needed
Perform circuit simulations using standard industry simulators such as FINESIM, HSPICE, and VERILOG
Responsible for reliability verification
Assist in design validation, reticle experiments, and required tape-out revisions
Contributes expert technical knowledge to advance innovative technical solutions
Provides advice and counsel to senior management on significant technical issues
Oversee and manage the layout process
Lead floor-planning process, including placement and routing optimization
Optimize design rules for cost, performance, and functionality
Import layout parasitic information into the circuit simulation environment
Maintain Technical Expertise and Provide Training
Contribute to cross-group communication to work towards standardization and group success
Aid in design documentation and communicating best-known practices to the entire department
Participate in continuing education and competitor analysis
Proactively solicit feedback from Standards, CAD, modeling, and verification groups to ensure the design quality
Drive innovation into the future Memory generations within a dynamic work environment
How To Qualify:
BSEE or greater
8+ years of relevant Engineering or Design Engineering experience
Extensive knowledge of CMOS circuit design, device physics, analog and mixed-signal circuit with experience in high-speed link, ESD
Able to create system-level modeling using VerilogA/Python.
Experience designing High-speed I/O cell designs such as DDR, LVDS, HSTL, CML.
Strong fundamental knowledge for AMS design, Advanced CMOS and FinFET technologies.
Understanding of Mismatch analysis & Monte-Carlo methodology/sims, transistor level Circuit level noise analysis. Understanding of device physics & deep-sub micron issues.
Supervision of complex and/or sensitive analog layout and defining IP floorplan
Experience with industry-standard tools such as Cadence ADE, Spectre, AMS verification, EM/IR flows, MATLAB, Calibre, etc.
Experience with power network analysis
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
A self-motivated, phenomenal teammate who enjoys working with others
Good communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts with peers in verbal and written form
Experience with a scripting language (Python, Tcl, Perl, etc.)
Experience with simulation and silicon validation of circuits
Potential Team Member Locations:
Atlanta, GA
Folsom, CA
Allen, TX
(Disclaimer): While you may not exhibit all of the characteristics/skills listed above today, we are highly interested in a teammate who is motivated to grow in technical breadth and depth. Suppose you are open to learning while being a valued member of a team of premier engineers. In that case, we are determined to help build upon your existing foundation, while rapidly growing your individual and collaborative skills in this exciting and outstanding opportunity.
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$132,000.00 - $272,000.00
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additional compensation may include benefits, discretionary bonuses and equity.
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 .
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