Memory Circuit Design Engineer (CMOS)

TL;DR

Memory Circuit Design Engineer (CMOS): Developing and delivering high-performance, low-power embedded memory designs for advanced CMOS process technologies with an accent on PPA optimization and design technology co-optimization (DTCO). Focus on memory bit-cell layout, custom circuit innovation, and pre-Si verification to enable next-generation product ramp.

Location: Must be based in Hillsboro, Oregon (Hybrid)

Salary: $122,440–$232,190 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, driving innovation in silicon process and packaging technology for the AI era.

What you will do

• Perform memory pathfinding and PPA optimization through DTCO and product design enablement.
• Design and automate memory bit-cell and complex periphery IC layouts.
• Develop innovative memory array/IP and test-chip designs.
• Execute pre-Si verification and post-Si validation to ensure yield and parametric tracking.
• Collaborate with domain experts, EDA vendors, and product design teams to deliver high-quality memory collaterals.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience (including internships) for Master's degree holders.
• Proven experience in design, characterization, and verification of custom memory circuits like SRAM, Register Files, or ROM.
• Proficiency in custom digital circuit design, simulation, and layout verification.
• Experience with EDA tools for custom digital and memory circuit design.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Ph.D. with 1-2 years of professional experience.
• Knowledge of CMOS ASIC design flow.
• Experience with post-Si validation.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including stock bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs.
• Hybrid work model allowing flexibility between on-site and off-site work.
• Access to industry-leading technology development and professional growth opportunities.