Sandisk
Technology
SeniorTechnologist,MaskDesignEngineering
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“Senior Technologist, Mask Design Engineering at Sandisk. Skills: IC Layout Design, Analog Design, Digital Design, Mixed-Signal Design. Lead layout development. Optimize circuit layouts”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure first-pass silicon success
Industry & Context.
Resolve design issues
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
22+ years IC layout experience, Expert in DRC/LVS, Expert in parasitic extraction, Expert in EM/IR analysis, Expert in sign-off verification, Proven ability to architect floorplans, Proven ability to optimize placement, Proven ability to reduce die area, Track record collaborating with multi-site teams, Track record leading small technical groups, Excellent communication skills
Nice to Have
Deep knowledge of power routing, Deep knowledge of signal planning, Deep knowledge of physical constraints, Correct-by-construction approaches
What You'll Do.
Lead layout development
Optimize circuit layouts
Integrate circuit layouts
Ensure adherence to specifications
Ensure adherence to performance targets
Ensure adherence to foundry rules
Drive correct-by-construction methodologies
Oversee parasitic extraction
Oversee sign-off flows
Ensure design integrity
Ensure manufacturability
Ensure first-pass silicon success
Architect power distribution networks
Optimize electrical performance
Provide guidance on placement
Provide guidance on routing
Provide guidance on hierarchical layout planning
Resolve design issues
Ensure seamless integration
Drive technical convergence
Define layout methodologies
Enhance layout methodologies
Define automation flows
Enhance automation flows
Define best practices
Enhance best practices
Improve design quality
Champion innovation in layout automation
Champion process optimization
Provide technical direction
Conduct critical block reviews
Elevate team capability
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Design Engineering teams; Integration teams; Process Technology teams; Global sites
Communication Scope
Technical communication
Full Job Description
Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape. Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality. Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward. Role: Mask Design Senior Technologist (Principal Engineer) Role Overview As a VLSI Layout Technologist, you will serve as a senior technical member driving full‑chip and block‑level layout architecture across Analog, Digital, and Mixed‑signal domains. Expectation is to influence design strategy, lead complex layout development, and ensure first‑pass silicon success. Key Responsibilities * Advanced Layout Design & Optimization Lead the development, optimization, and integration of peripheral and core circuit layouts across Analog, Digital, and Mixed‑Signal domains. Ensure adherence to design specifications, performance targets, and foundry rules while driving correct‑by‑construction methodologies. * Design Verification & Sign‑off Leadership Oversee DRC, LVS, parasitic extraction, and sign‑off flows. Ensure design integrity, manufacturability, and first‑pass silicon success through rig
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