Memory Characterization Automation Engineer

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Job Description - Memory Characterization Automation Engineer

We are looking for an energetic and passionate software engineer with a strong interest in software development for memory Characterization to join our Central Engineering Group. Our team is responsible for the development of memory compilers utilizing the latest silicon process technology that will be part of Broadcom’s industry-leading semiconductor products. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of related experience or Master degree and 3+ years of experience, with coursework or relevant experience in Python programming and software design. Hardware design, transistors and CMOS knowledge will be a plus.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in writing Python code to automate memory circuit design/analysis/characterization. In this role, you will develop, deploy and support tools which will be used in the design and quality assurance of memory libraries for EDA flows that must meet Broadcom SOC designs’ demanding performance and quality requirements. You will help our team solve challenging design problems in a dynamic, rapid response environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with memory design teams to develop flows to automate the transistor level design characterization and verification 

• Develop python software development in a dynamic, fast paced environment and deploy these flows across multiple geographical sites

• Provide rapid response support to our memory design team to ensure high quality products are delivered on time

• Work with the IT infrastructure team to understand compute/disk/filer infrastructure setup and help debug and provide solutions for related issues.

Required Skills

• Strong skills in Python programming (preferred) or other popular dynamic computer programming language(s).

• Experience with writing software tools that can work for hundreds of users and can do logging, error handling.

Preferred skills

• Strong Linux and shell scripting skills, fluency with Unix tools.

• Some knowledge of circuit design, transistors, automation for custom chip design flows.

• Ability to work with large codebases

Communication / Intrapersonal Skills

• Good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

• Motivated, self-driven and detail oriented, can multi-task and work within deadlines.

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Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $91,000 - $146,000

This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in accordance with relevant plan documents, and equity in accordance with equity plan documents and equity award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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