Staff Engineer, Asic Development Engineering

Company Description Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today s needs and tomorrow s next big ideas With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we re living in and that we have the power to shape Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation performance and quality Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations With our global reach we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward We are seeking a highly skilled High-speed SERDES IO PHY Layout designer with 5 - 9 years of experience Apart from Serdes PHY Layout the ideal candidate should have a strong background in analog IO design principles hands-on experience with layout tools Automated PnR and a passion for solving challenging technical problems Key Responsibilities Develop and optimize Serdes PHY analog and mixed-signal IC layouts ensuring high performance and manufacturability Collaborate with design engineers to understand design requirements and translate them into precise layouts Strong experience in debugging DRC ERC LVS EMIR and PERC issues independently Work experience of block PnR to closely interact with physical design team ensuring area timing backend compatibility of custom blocks into the overall chip design Identify and resolve layout-related issues providing creative solutions to meet design specifications Conduct layout reviews and provide technical feedback to improve layout practices and methodologies Stay up-to-date with industry trends tools and technologies to continuously enhance layout processes Qualifications Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering Electronics or a related field 5-10 years of experience in IO Analog mixed-signal IC layout design and block level PnR Proficiency in layout tools such as Cadence Synopsys or Mentor Graphics Hands-on experience with custom layout design for various analog and IO circuits is required including expertise in Bandgap references LDOs Clocking circuits GPIOs DDR IOs and ESD circuits Familiarity with custom digital layout i e high speed logic paths Knowledge of signal integrity issues i e clock data routes differential routing shielding Strong understanding of analog IO design principles including parasitic effects Aware of layout techniques to mitigate ESD latch-up issues Holds advanced knowledge of CMOS and FinFET technologies and their impact on design and performance issues in deep sub-micron process nodes specifically 7nm and below Experience with layout concepts that incorporate reliability considerations including techniques for managing electromigration EM IR drop and self-heating Experience with layout optimization for power performance and area PPA metrics Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Effective communication and teamwork abilities Preferred Skills Knowledge of scripting languages e g Skill TCL Python and SVRF for automation tasks Additional Information Sandisk is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race color ancestry religion including religious dress and grooming standards sex including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions breastfeeding or related medical conditions gender including a person s gender identity gender expression and gender-related appearance and behavior whether or not stereotypically associated with the person s assigned sex at birth age national origin sexual orientation medical condition marital status including domestic partnership status physical disability mental disability medical condition genetic information protected medical and family care leave Civil Air Patrol status military and veteran status or other legally protected characteristics We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the poster Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity As a global company we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees our company our customers and the world around us We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging respect and contribution Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process Please contact us at to advise us of your accommodation request In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying