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Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.\nPeople come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognizedLeadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. 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Our product portfolio comprises general purpose and specialized 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit microcontrollers, 32-bit microprocessors, field-programmable gate array (FPGA) products, a broad spectrum of high-performance linear, mixed-signal, power management, thermal management, radio frequency (RF), timing, safety, security, wired connectivity and wireless connectivity devices, as well as serial Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM), Serial Flash memories, Parallel Flash memories, and serial Static Random Access Memory (SRAM). We also license Flash-IP solutions that are incorporated in a broad range of products.\nMicrochip Technology Inc. has a Technical Staff Engineer - Analog Design (SRAM Design) opening based in San Jose, California. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design of complex, multiport SRAM blocks with many programmable features and modes for use in advanced and low power FPGA devices. In this role, you will be working within a team of other circuit design engineers and collaborating with architecture, ASIC, firmware, verification, and test teams to help deliver industry-leading FPGA products.\nResponsibilities:\nDefine, estimate, develop, and optimize full custom high speed SRAM block for speed, low power, area, and feature set\nEstimate speed and power for various memory configurations and memory cell types\nDefine internal memory array architecture for redundancy, ECC compliance, and optimal speed with lowest power\nAnalyze projected SRAM yield per device versus redundancy requirements\nRun experiments using memory compilers from EDA vendors for embedded memories to evaluate PPA trade-offs of device mix\nCreation and verification of circuit schematics and functional Verilog models\nSimulate and evaluate SRAM cell for cell stability, write and read margin, minimum cell operating and state retention supply level, and noise margin\nSimulate and analyze critical paths and all features and functions\nOptimize memory array and non-array logic transistor sizes and Vt selection for lowest possible dynamic and standby power\nDevelop and optimize sense amps for reliable operation, high speed, low power, and sufficient noise margin\nDesign testability circuitry and define SRAM test requirements\nWrite technical specifications and participate in formal reviews of other block specifications\nContribute to datasheet development through block characterization\nEngage in design and verification of other circuit blocks outside of SRAM\nSupport verification and timing characterization teams\nDrive and participate in silicon validation of SRAM blocks for functionality and performance\nRequirements/Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science\n12+ years of experience in custom SRAM design and/or memory circuit design\nHigh degree of SPICE simulation proficiency\nAdept at leveraging full custom design EDA tool set\nDemonstrated competency in scripting, managing simulation queues, data capture and analysis\nProficient in simulating and analyzing yield impact, reliability, and power\nAbility to support layout, verification, timing characterization, and software model developers\nAbility to develop and test Verilog simulation model and compare back to SPICE based model\nExcellent analytical, communication (written and verbal), and documentation skills\nSelf-motivated and proactive team player\nAttention to detail and ability to drive tasks to completion independently in timely manner\nPreferred Qualifications:\nMaster's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science\nExperience in analog and full custom design\nExperience in FPGA or ASIC development\nExperience in functional verification and timing characterization\nExperience in low power design including dual rail, array biasing, dynamic low power mode switching (sleep, power gating, column array muxing)\nExperience in OCV timing and yield variation analyses using Solido and Monte Carlo\nTravel Time:\n0% - 25%Physical Attributes:\nFeeling, Hearing, Other, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around OthersPhysical Requirements:\n10% sitting, 10% walking, 80% sitting, 100% in doors; Usual business hoursPay Range:\nWe offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive base pay, restricted stock units, and quarterly bonus payments. In addition to these components, our package includes health benefits that begin day one, retirement savings plans, and an industry leading ESPP program with a 2 year look back feature. Find more information about all our benefits at the link below:Benefits of working at Microchip\nThe annual base salary range for this position, which could be performed in the US, is $91,000 - $232,000.**Range is dependent on numerous factors including job location, skills and experience.\nMicrochip Technology Incis an equal opportunity/affirmativeaction employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nFor more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.\nTo all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. 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