Micron Technology
Senior CAD Engineer - Layout/Verification/Enablement/Simulation
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Develop, enhance, and support CAD tools, automation, and EDA workflows for custom IC layout, verification, simulation, and digital implementation. Integrate and qualify commercial and in-house tools, resolve workflow issues, improve design methodologies, and provide user training and production support. Apply AI/ML to CAD automation, develop scalable software, mentor engineers, and lead technical projects and roadmap initiatives.
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all .
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Our CAD engineering team develops the tools, methodologies, and automation that enable advanced memory products from design through tapeout. We collaborate across design, layout, verification, and process engineering to improve design quality, productivity, and the effectiveness of our engineering workflows.
As a Senior CAD Engineer, you will develop and support CAD tools and flows spanning custom IC design, layout automation, physical verification, circuit simulation, and digital implementation. You will solve complex tool and methodology challenges, help shape CAD roadmaps, and apply modern software and AI technologies to improve how engineering teams design and verify advanced memory products.
Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$104,000.00 - $221,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn about your right to work click here.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization at [email protected] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Our CAD engineering team develops the tools, methodologies, and automation that enable advanced memory products from design through tapeout. We collaborate across design, layout, verification, and process engineering to improve design quality, productivity, and the effectiveness of our engineering workflows.
As a Senior CAD Engineer, you will develop and support CAD tools and flows spanning custom IC design, layout automation, physical verification, circuit simulation, and digital implementation. You will solve complex tool and methodology challenges, help shape CAD roadmaps, and apply modern software and AI technologies to improve how engineering teams design and verify advanced memory products.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, enhance, and debug scalable CAD tools, automation, and flows for IC design, layout, simulation, verification, and tapeout
- Integrate, evaluate, and qualify commercial and in-house EDA tools for production environments
- Partner with design, layout, verification, and process teams to resolve workflow, methodology, and tool-integration challenges
- Identify CAD methodology gaps and evaluate new EDA technologies to improve design quality, performance, and engineering productivity
- Lead technical projects, mentor engineers, and provide documentation, training, and production support
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
- 4+ years of industry experience in CAD, EDA, or semiconductor design
- Experience developing or supporting EDA tools and flows in custom layout, physical verification, circuit simulation, or digital implementation
- Proficiency in Python and at least one additional language such as SKILL, Tcl, Perl, C, or C++, with Linux/Unix and shell scripting experience
- Solid CMOS and VLSI fundamentals with practical debugging and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Cadence Virtuoso and SKILL, including layout automation or PCell development, or Calibre DRC/LVS and SVRF rule-deck development
- Experience with circuit simulation, extraction, or digital implementation tools such as Spectre, HSPICE, FineSim, PrimeSim, VCS, Xcelium, StarRC, Quantus, Fusion Compiler, Innovus, PrimeTime, or Formality
- Experience with source control, automated testing, release management, and production-quality software development
- Knowledge of DRAM, HBM, NAND, or emerging memory development
- Experience applying AI/ML, large language models, or Agentic AI tools to CAD automation, design, verification, debugging, or engineering support
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$104,000.00 - $221,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn about your right to work click here.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron's People Organization at [email protected] or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
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