Memory Design Engineer

Job Title

Memory Design Engineer

Role Summary

Design and validate embedded memory circuits (SRAM bitcells, sense amplifiers, and peripheral circuits) for silicon IP. Work on circuit schematic-level design and SPICE simulation and collaborate with layout, verification, and CAD teams to deliver memory IP that meets performance, power, and reliability targets.

This role offers hands-on circuit work, mentorship from senior engineers, and the opportunity to contribute to memory IP used in SoCs for AI, automotive, and mobile products.

Experience Level

Entry-level (1–3 years of hands-on CMOS circuit design experience).

Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include:

• Design and simulate embedded memory circuits (SRAM bitcells, sense amps, peripheral circuits) using Cadence Virtuoso.
• Support and coordinate with layout engineers to ensure design intent is preserved in physical implementation.
• Run characterization simulations across PVT corners to validate performance, power, and reliability metrics.
• Debug circuit issues via waveform analysis and work with senior engineers to identify root causes and implement fixes.
• Participate in cross-functional design reviews with verification, CAD, and frontend teams to align on specifications and timelines.
• Document design decisions, simulation results, and technical tradeoffs in clear, reusable formats.
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate simulation runs and data analysis.

Requirements

Must-have skills and experience:

• 1–3 years of hands-on CMOS circuit design experience; exposure to SRAM, ROM, or register file design preferred.
• Working knowledge of memory architectures, bitcell design, and basic analog circuit fundamentals.
• Experience using Cadence Virtuoso (schematic capture, SPICE simulation, and layout interaction).
• Familiarity with SPICE-level simulation, waveform interpretation, and extracting performance data.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience scripting in Python, Perl, or C-Shell to automate simulation and analysis tasks.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related field.

About the Company

Company: Synopsys

Headquarters: Mountain View, California, USA

Synopsys is a leading company in electronic design automation (EDA) and semiconductor IP solutions. It provides tools and services for designing and verifying complex semiconductor devices and systems. The company plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor industry, helping engineers innovate and deliver higher-quality products faster. Synopsys is committed to advancing technology standards and offers a range of software and hardware solutions to its clients globally.