Sr. Failure Analysis Engineer (DRAM)

TL;DR

Sr. Failure Analysis Engineer (DRAM): Conducting complex failure analysis on DRAM modules and memory subsystems with an accent on high-speed signal integrity and root cause determination. Focus on architecting debug strategies for system-level failures, optimizing BIOS tuning, and ensuring the reliability of DDR4/DDR5 based memory solutions.

Location: Onsite in Newark, California

Salary: $145,000 - $165,000

Company

hirify.global is an AI Factory Platform Company specializing in high-performance memory and AI/HPC infrastructure.

What you will do

• Lead and conduct complex failure analysis (FA) on DRAM modules and memory subsystems using high-speed signal integrity tools.
• Determine failure root causes at the chip, module, and system level and present findings to leadership.
• Architect and execute debug strategies for system-level failures by analyzing memory controllers and BIOS tuning in server/cloud environments.
• Resolve critical performance bottlenecks and memory errors caused by power integrity, signal integrity, and thermal stress.
• Develop and implement advanced stress test strategies for high-performance DRAM modules.
• Mentor junior engineers in high-frequency waveform analysis and root cause analysis best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in DRAM module burn-in, stress testing, and failure analysis.
• Expert-level understanding of high-speed memory interfaces (DDR4, DDR5, HBM) and SI/PI concepts.
• Proficiency in data analysis and scripting using Python or Perl.
• Mastery of high-frequency test equipment, specifically oscilloscopes.
• Deep knowledge of JEDEC reliability standards, ECC error handling, and memory RAS features.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong proficiency in applying modern generative AI tools and Agentic frameworks to business problems.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k saving plan and Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off and Employee Assistance Plan.
• Culture based on servant leadership, ownership, and continuous learning.