MEMS Engineer

Syntiant Corp., is a leader in the high-growth AI software and semiconductor solutions space. We are seeking a MEMS Engineer to join our MEMS development group. Strong preference will be given for experience with MEMS design, characterization, modeling/simulation, and layout.  Other desirable background experiences include MEMS processing and acoustics. Candidate will be expected to offer creative insights and solutions for R&D problems, with direct responsibilities for developing new design concepts and architectures, modeling/simulation, characterization, design of experiments, data analysis, and written and oral presentations.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Layout and verification of new MEMS designs, process control monitors, and product revisions.
• Build and maintain Cadence database of MEMS designs and circuit models.
• Collaborate with foundry on all MEMS tape-out activities.
• Develop and improve design rules and verification checks.
• Support MEMS designers in various modeling assignments related to new technology and product development.
• Provide direct oral and written communication updates regarding CAD and modeling activities.
• Work independently and collaboratively, assist on assignments with other engineers as needed. 

Qualifications, Education, and Experience Required:

• BS or MS degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics.
• Experience using CAD tools for MEMS, IC, or PCB layout: Cadence Virtuoso Layout preferred.
• Experience with Cadence tools for circuit simulation tools: ADE-L/XL, Maestro, Spectre, Virtuoso schematic.
• Experience developing design rules and verification checks: Cadence DRC experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of FEA simulation tools such as COMSOL & ANSYS is a plus.
• Able to document procedures and methodologies for traceability.
• Knowledge of semiconductor lithography and fabrication tools and processes is a plus.
• MEMS experience is preferred.
• Ideal candidate will possess strong traits of self-motivation, attention to detail, and the desire to contribute to leading edge technology.
• Excellent oral and written communication and people skills are required.

• Medical: Several plan options including PPO and HSA-compatible plans from Anthem Blue Cross, most of which are 100% paid by Syntiant Corp. for you and your family. 
• Dental: Company-paid dental PPO coverage from MetLife, including coverage for Orthodontia. 
• Vision: Company-paid vision PPO coverage from MetLife / VSP. 
• Life Insurance / AD&D: Company-paid basic Life / AD&D coverage in the amount of 3x your salary (up to $1,000,000). Additional supplemental life insurance with low group rates is available for yourself and your family. 
• Disability Coverage: Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provides up to 60% income replacement protection. 
• Spending and Savings Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits for Health Care and Dependent Care. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for those enrolled in a qualified Medical plan. 
• 401K Retirement Plan: Administered by Empower, the 401(k) plan allows you to plan for your future by investing a portion of each paycheck. 
• Other Benefits: A company-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as access to additional voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Support, and Identity Fraud Protection.

About Syntiant:

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Syntiant Corp. is a leader in delivering hardware and software solutions for edge AI deployment. The company’s purpose-built silicon and hardware-agnostic models are being deployed globally to power edge AI speech, audio, sensor and vision applications across a wide range of consumer and industrial use cases, from earbuds to automobiles. Syntiant’s advanced chip solutions merge deep learning with semiconductor design to produce ultra-low-power, high performance, deep neural network processors. Syntiant also provides compute-efficient software solutions with proprietary model architectures that enable world-leading inference speed and minimized memory footprint across a broad range of processors. The company is backed by several of the world’s leading strategic and financial investors including Intel Capital, Microsoft’s M12, Applied Ventures, Bosch Ventures, the Amazon Alexa Fund, and Atlantic Bridge Capital. More information on the company can be found by visiting www.syntiant.com.

One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is targeted to be between $85,000 – $110,000. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Syntiant, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.