Staff high speed datapath and circuit design engineer, VLSI Design Engineering

Job description

The Memory Technology Group is at the core of the Legacy SanDisk Engineering Organization. We are building a cutting edge 3D memory in our multiple billion dollars Fab. Our memory provides performance, power, and endurance at a lower cost but on quality. The Memory Technology organization is a strategic entity for the company, and we are growing. Our group functions as a start-up within Sandisk, and offers a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where you’ll be at the center of Sandisk innovation. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, are looking to be a part of a team that is developing exciting new processes, and you are eager to take on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm, then this could be an exciting opportunity for you. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Architect and design circuits at transistor level and gate level for leading-edge 3D NAND flash memory focusing on high-speed datapath circuit design and page buffers. Perform block level and full chip circuit simulations to meet all performance specifications. RTL design, synthesis, static timing analysis and verification in verilog for page buffer and data path control logics. Conduct silicon debugging and evaluation with micro-probing. Collaborate with characterization engineers to fully characterize silicon, and partner with other designers to develop solutions for silicon issues. Generate detailed technical reports and presentations. REQUIRED: Requires MS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 10 or more years of relevant experience. Knowledge and/or experience in data path design (Nand, DRAM or HBM) Knowledge in decoding concept and redundancy concept Knowledge and/or experience in Nand page buffer design Knowledge and/or experience in RTL design Knowledge and/or experience in non-volatile memory design (NAND flash memory cell operation in particular) is a big advantage Knowledge and/or experience in High speed I/O circuit is a big plus A strong device background and experience with evaluating new process technologies for use in design is preferred. Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.