Staff Engineer, SRAM Layout at Samsung Semiconductor, Inc. – San Jose, California
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Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, youll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of whats possible and powering the future.
We believe innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. Were dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, were building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.
What Youll Do
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Staff Engineer, SRAM Layout to lead the development of next-generation SRAM solutions.
- Lead the development and execution of full-custom SRAM memory layout and sign-off verification flows (including compiler automation where applicable).
- Collaborate closely with circuit designers to translate schematics into efficient, high-performance physical layouts, own floor planning, placement, routing, and tape-out.
- Design and optimize SRAM layouts at the cell, array, and peripheral levels for area, speed, power, yield, and manufacturability.
- Perform and close all physical verification; DRC, LVS, ERC, antenna checks, custom memory rules, RC extraction, parasitic analysis, and signal integrity verification.
- Debug and resolve layout issues efficiently, including process-specific challenges in advanced nodes.
- Lead layout reviews, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices, optimization techniques, design-rule compliance, and knowledge sharing.
- Develop automation scripts (Perl, Tcl, SKILL, etc.) to improve productivity.
- Address reliability concerns such as EM/IR drop, soft errors, and process variability.
- Work cross-functionally with circuit, architecture, verification, and foundry/process teams to ensure first-pass silicon success and support product integration
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of experience in custom SRAM, memory compiler and IC physical layout design or master's degree 8+ years of experience strongly preferred.
- 3 years experience in leadership of management role preferred.
- Extensive experience in SRAM layout design in advanced process nodes (e.g., 3nm, 2nm, or below).
- Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and manage a team of layout engineers.
- Strong project management skills to handle complex schedules and cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools:
- Candence Virtuoso (or Custom Compiler/IC Compiler) for custom/analog layout.
- Physical verification tools for DRC/LVS/ERC flows.
- Perform and close all physical verification; DRC, LVS, ERC, antenna checks, custom memory rules, RC extraction, parasitic analysis, and signal integrity verification.
- Experience with RC extraction, parasitic reduction, and memory-specific verification.
- Scripting/automation skills (Perl, Tcl, SKILL, etc.) are highly valued.
- Proven ability to drive layout quality, constraints, and closure while collaborating in global, cross -functional teams.
- Prior work on high-speed, low-power SRAM in leading-edge nodes preferred.
- Mentoring or technical leadership experience preferred.
- Understanding of SRAM architecture, timing, power analysis, and yield optimization preferred.
- Youre inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
- An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
- Youre collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
- Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change
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What We Offer
The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills,and experience. We also offer incentive opportunities that reward employees based on individual and company performance.
This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.
Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away Youll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
Care for Family Whatever family means to you, we want to support you along the wayincluding a stipend for fertility care or adoption, medical travel support, and virtual vet care for your fur babies.
Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and free confidential therapy sessions, youll have support no matter where you are.
Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Caf and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.
Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. Thats why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.
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Samsung Semiconductor takes pride in being an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered to excel, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status.
When selecting team members, we prioritize talent and qualities such as humility, kindness, and dedication. We extend comprehensive accommodations throughout our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long-term conditions, neurodivergent individuals, or those requiring pregnancy-related support. All candidates scheduled for an interview will receive guidance on requesting accommodations.
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