Lead Analog Design Engineer

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Analog and Mixed Signal Designer to lead and drive the development of cutting-edge embedded Flash Memory IPs; which are comprised of analog and mixed signal circuits. The ideal candidate will have a strong analog/mixed-signal background, with hands on embedded Flash memory design experience and a deep understanding of underlying device physics.

Key Responsibilities:

1.       Technical Leadership:

·       Oversee the design, development, and verification of analog and mixed-signal circuits for flash memory development, including charge pumps, voltage regulators, sense amplifiers, and memory interfaces.

·       Define and review circuit architectures to optimize performance, power, and area (PPA).     

·       Drive innovation in circuit design to address industry challenges in scaling, performance, and reliability for flash.

·       Provide technical guidance and direction to team members, ensuring timely project execution.

·       Collaborate with world-wide cross-functional teams, including layout, process, test engineering, and product teams.

·       Ensure designs meet technical specifications, project timelines, and quality standards.

·       Identify and mitigate design risks, ensuring robust circuit performance under process, voltage, and temperature (PVT) variations.

2.       Collaboration and Communication:

·       Work closely with flash bit-cell architecture and product teams to align circuit design with system-level requirements.

·       Interface with Process teams (Process Integration Engineers) to optimize technology for flash/NVM applications.

·       Present project updates, technical reviews, and status reports to stakeholders and senior management.

3.       Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

·       Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in embedded flash and analog design.

·       Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies, tools, and workflows.

  E  Education:

·       Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a related field.

2.       Experience:

·       5+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal circuit design, with a focus on embedded flash development.

complex designs.

3.       Technical Skills:

·       Deep understanding of NVM/embedded flash operation, including programming, reading, and reliability considerations.

·       Working experience with various analog building blocks, such as current mirrors, operational amplifiers, sense amplifiers, charge pumps, oscillators, and LDOs.

·       Proficient in design and simulation tools (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso, SPICE, extraction tools)

·       Familiarity with process technology and layout considerations for advanced nodes (28nm)

·       Device physics, in particular related to reliability and device behavior over PVT.

·       Scripting languages such as PERL

4.       Desirable:

·       Experience in silicon bring-up, debug, and characterization.

·       Knowledge of reliability challenges such as endurance, retention, and soft errors in flash/NVM.

·       Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills

·       Strong verbal and written communication skills

·       Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions

·       Strong time management skills that enable on-time project delivery

·       Demonstrated ability to build strong, influential relationships

·       Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

·       Ability to take the initiative and drive for results