Senior Staff Engineer, Layout Design

Samsung Semiconductor • San Jose, CA

2d • $189,000 - $301,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Samsung Semiconductor Inc. is seeking an experienced layout design engineer to develop next-generation memory technology. The Senior Staff Engineer of Layout Design will help grow Samsung’s memory business, build technology leadership, and pursue market opportunities. The position is onsite at the San Jose office/headquarters five days a week and involves an average of 10% travel.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of layout design engineering experience.
• Knowledge of basic silicon processes and devices.
• Proficiency with industry design software and tools, including Calibre DRC and LVS.
• Inclusive approach, with the ability to adapt communication style to situations and diverse global norms.
• Curiosity and resilience when approaching challenges, and a willingness to use data to build understanding.
• Collaborative approach to building relationships, offering support, and welcoming different approaches.
• Innovative and creative mindset, with the ability to explore new ideas and adapt to change.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree with 15 or more years of industry experience, master’s degree with 12 or more years of industry experience, or PhD with 10 or more years of industry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design memory unit cell arrays, core layouts, and control logic layouts.
• Build parametric cells to improve layout design efficiency and standardization.
• Collaborate with process integration and design engineers on core design architecture and technology co-optimization.
• Develop test element group layouts for electrical test structures.
• Customize and improve design rule checks (DRCs) for next-technology development.
• Support the tape-out process, including database transfer and integration.
• Document design details.
• Conduct technical interactions with internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k).
• Incentive opportunities based on individual and company performance.
• Charitable giving match and opportunities to get involved in community support.
• Four or more weeks of paid time off per year, plus holidays and sick leave.
• Fertility care or adoption stipend, caregiver support, and medical travel support.
• On-demand emotional wellness apps and free confidential therapy sessions.
• Onsite café and gym, plus virtual fitness classes.
• Flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed