Staff Engineer, SRAM Circuit Design
About The Position
Samsung Semiconductor is seeking an experienced Staff Engineer to lead development of next-generation SRAM solutions. The role owns end-to-end design of high-performance, low-power memory circuits for advanced semiconductor products, influencing power, performance, and area efficiency for computing, mobile, and AI platforms. It combines deep technical work with strategic team leadership. The engineer will design and develop SRAM arrays and their constituent circuits for advanced process nodes, optimize performance, power, area, and yield, and create custom layouts while performing physical design verification. The role also includes improving design methodologies and automation, coordinating with product and test engineering on plans and silicon bring-up, mentoring junior engineers, conducting circuit simulations, and contributing to patents, technical papers, or industry conferences.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 10 or more years of industry experience, or master's degree in electrical engineering and 8 or more years of experience; strongly preferred.
- Prior SRAM or memory circuit design experience, with a track record of delivering SRAM designs in advanced process nodes.
- Strong understanding of semiconductor device physics and process technology, including FinFET, GAA, and SOI.
- Expertise in SRAM architecture, including bit cells, sense amplifiers, write drivers, and read/write control paths.
- Familiarity with timing analysis, power analysis, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
- Proficiency in circuit simulation, variation analysis, and design tools such as Spectre, HSPICE, and Cadence Virtuoso.
- Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL for design-task automation.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with design, layout, verification, and technology development teams.
- Inclusive and adaptable approach when working across diverse global norms.
- Curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to use data to build understanding.
- Collaborative approach, including building relationships, offering support, and welcoming other approaches.
- Innovative and creative approach, with willingness to explore new ideas and adapt to change.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with advanced technology nodes such as 5nm, 3nm, or beyond.
- Knowledge of SRAM compiler development.
- Experience with low-power SRAM design techniques such as power gating and voltage scaling.
- Background in silicon debug and root-cause analysis.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop SRAM memory arrays, including bit cells, sense amplifiers, decoders, and control circuits for advanced process nodes such as 2nm, 3nm, and 5nm.
- Optimize SRAM designs for performance, power, area, and yield.
- Develop custom layouts and perform physical design verification, including DRC and LVS.
- Evaluate speed, power, and area trade-offs to meet design targets.
- Develop and improve SRAM design methodologies, including automation scripts for design, simulation, and verification.
- Work with product and test engineers to develop test plans and support silicon bring-up.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on SRAM design techniques and best practices.
- Perform circuit simulations with tools such as HSPICE, FineSim, or Cadence Spectre to validate SRAM functionality and performance.
- Contribute to patents, technical papers, or industry conferences to advance SRAM technology.
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.
- 4+ 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 classes.
- Flexible work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
