Senior Technologist, Technology Development Engineering

Sandisk • Milpitas, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Technologist, Technology Development Engineering to join our Advanced Technology Group team in Milpitas, United States. In this pivotal role, you will lead cutting-edge technology development projects, define future design architectures, define future CMOS technologies and help drive Design Technology Co-Optimization efforts working together with both CMOS and Design teams.

Requirements

• Requires PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 10 or more years of relevant experience
• A strong device background and experience with evaluating new process technologies for use in design is preferred
• Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ability to work well with people
• A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• 8-10 years of experience in circuit design
• Proficient in PPA analysis using standard PDK kits
• 3+ yrs Experience with DTCO optimization for advanced CMOS nodes
• Familiar with advance CMOS technologies, spice models, design rules and PDK kits
• Advanced knowledge of semiconductor technology and process integration

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and/or experience in memory design is a big advantage
• Proven track record of successful technology development projects
• Expertise in data analysis and statistical tools for process optimization
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to tackle complex technical challenges
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to guide cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Well versed in industry standard circuit simulation tools

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on Design Technology Co-Optimization (DTCO) to align circuit design with advanced process technologies for optimal performance and efficiency
• Define and validate CMOS technologies, design rules and perform PPA (performance, power and area) analysis
• Designing, optimizing, verifying, and debugging transistor-level circuits for emerging 3D non-volatile memory
• Design and analysis of memory core circuits such as Row/Column drivers, decoder, sense amplifier, etc.
• Mixed-signal/analog design to implement core operation supporting circuit design
• Validate design performance and functionalities by running block and chip-level simulations using industry-standard IC tools such as Cadence design environment, HSPICE/FINESIM, UNIX
• Supervise layout work, support verification, and silicon bring-up throughout the design cycle
• Conceive new concepts and approaches in memory core design, architecture, and operation algorithm for best-performing NAND device
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and the Sandisk's Savings 401(k) Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees