Memory Circuit Designer
QualcommJob Title
Memory Circuit Designer
Role Summary
As a Memory Circuit Designer in Qualcomm's Hardware Engineering group you will design, optimize, verify and support bring-up of embedded memory (SRAM/ROM) for SoC products. You will work on circuit design, modeling, layout and silicon validation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance, power and yield targets.
Experience Level
Mid-level. Typically 2–5 years of relevant experience; 3+ years in memory design preferred.
Responsibilities
Primary duties include designing and validating memory circuits and collaborating across teams.
- Architect, design and optimize embedded SRAM/ROM bit cells and peripheral circuits.
- Develop and apply compiler-based approaches for SRAM/ROM generation.
- Create and validate timing, power and critical-path models (RC, C, Pi, ladder, distributive).
- Collaborate with layout, verification and silicon bring-up teams to achieve yield and retention targets.
- Characterize bit-cell behavior (SNM, WM, cell current, standby current, data retention) and analyze process variability impacts.
- Support IP integration, validation and documentation for SoC subsystems.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and practical experience.
- Proven experience in memory circuit design and layout; hands-on embedded SRAM/ROM design experience.
- Strong understanding of bit-cell characteristics, process variability and semiconductor physics relevant to memories.
- Experience with critical-path modeling and timing/power analysis.
- Experience working within IC technology/IP design flows and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Nice-to-have: experience with Cadence Virtuoso or equivalent analog/memory design tools.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering or a related field with 2+ years of hardware engineering experience; OR Master's in those fields with 1+ year of hardware engineering experience; OR PhD in those fields. Fields explicitly mentioned: Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related engineering disciplines.
About the Company
Company: Qualcomm
Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States
Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.
