Senior VLSI Design Engineer

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.

Description

We are seeking a Senior VLSI Design Engineer to develop next-generation high-speed DDR I/O solutions for advanced memory products in leading-edge CMOS technologies. The role involves designing, analyzing, and optimizing high-speed interface circuits while collaborating closely with layout, verification, package, and system teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-speed DDR/LPDDR/GDDR I/O circuit blocks.
• Perform power integrity, jitter, and timing-closure analysis.
• Develop and optimize Tx, Rx, DLL, clocking, calibration, and JTAG circuits.
• Collaborate with layout and verification teams to ensure robust, silicon-ready designs.
• Drive technical reviews and contribute innovative circuit and methodology improvements.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or VLSI Design.
• 5-7 years of experience in high-speed I/O design for memory products.
• Hands-on experience in analog, mixed-signal, and custom digital circuit design.
• Experience with DDR4/DDR5, LPDDR4/LPDDR5, and/or GDDR5/GDDR6 interfaces.
• Strong understanding of high-speed timing, jitter, calibration, and clocking circuits.
• Proficiency with SPICE simulation tools such as HSPICE, FineSim, or equivalent.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NAND Flash products.
• Knowledge of high-speed layout techniques, SI/PI, and package/board constraints.
• Familiarity with advanced CMOS nodes and silicon bring-up.
• Automation and scripting experience
  
  

Additional Information

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.

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