Principal HBM Design Architect

Job Description

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.

For more than 43 years, Micron Technology has delivered world-leading memory and semiconductor solutions. As an HBM Memory Design Engineer on the HBM Architecture Team, you will design, simulate, optimize, and floorplan advanced DRAM circuits for next-generation High Bandwidth Memory products. You will work across digital, analog, and mixed-signal domains to ensure functional correctness, performance, and power efficiency. Your role includes collaborating with globally distributed teams developing modern HBM solutions for AI and ML applications.

Responsibilities

Design, simulate, and optimize DRAM memory arrays, data paths, ECC, command/control logic, and high-speed interface circuits
Evaluate block-level and full-chip functionality and propose solutions to ensure functional correctness
Analyze timing, area, power, and complexity trade-offs in high-speed DRAM and mixed-signal designs
Perform pathfinding and feasibility studies for new architectures and future HBM products
Contribute to the design, layout, and optimization of memory, logic, and analog circuits
Support large-scale verification, debug, and silicon validation activities
Collaborate across multi-functional teams involved in TSV-based 3D stacking and vertical integration
Participate in design reviews and drive continuous improvement of design methodologies

Minimum Qualifications

BSEE with 7+ years or MSEE with 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
Strong knowledge of CMOS circuit design and semiconductor device physics
Experience with schematic entry and simulation using FineSim, HSPICE, or equivalent tools
Experience with power delivery and power network analysis
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, or Perl

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with DRAM or memory subsystem design
Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills with a creative and forward-thinking approach

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.

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