CPU Circuit Memory Design Engineer
Intel CorporationJob Title
CPU Circuit Memory Design Engineer
Role Summary
Design and optimize embedded memory circuits (SRAM, caches, register files, ROMs, and periphery) for high-performance, low-power CPU and SoC products. Work on circuit architecture, characterization, simulation, and PPA optimization within a cross-functional CPU circuit technology team.
Experience Level
Mid-level engineer. Required experience ranges by degree (see Education Requirements) but practical experience in CMOS/VLSI memory circuit design and PPA trade-offs is expected.
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design, verification, and delivery of memory circuits and related methodology.
- Design, characterize, and simulate memory circuits and custom memory blocks for CPU designs.
- Perform cache design, critical-path analysis, and PPA (power, performance, area) optimization.
- Develop bit-cell, array, and periphery circuit implementations and automation flows.
- Execute memory path-finding, trade-off studies, and circuit-level optimizations.
- Define and improve methodology, tools, and project schedules; collaborate with architects, layout, process, and validation teams.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and domain experience. Preferred items are listed separately.
- Must-have: Hands-on CMOS circuit design experience focused on memory or digital logic, including simulation and characterization.
- Practical experience with VLSI design methodologies and circuit trade-offs for power, performance, and area.
- Experience with cache, register-file, or embedded memory IP design and PPA optimization.
- Ability to perform critical-path and signal-integrity analysis and work with cross-functional teams to meet delivery schedules.
- Proven problem-solving, ownership, and communication skills in an engineering environment.
- Preferred: Low-power implementation techniques, memory circuit innovation, familiarity with EDA/EBB flows and signal integrity analysis.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or another STEM field with 4+ years' relevant experience; or Master's with 2+ years; or PhD with 1+ year. Education may be satisfied by a combination of degree coursework, internships, and equivalent industry experience.
About the Company
Company: Intel Corporation
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA
Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.
