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Micron Technology, Inc. Layout Designer in Boise, Idaho
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all .
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
As an Layout Designer in the DEG Layout Design group, you will create innovative layout to support Commodity, Mobile and Emerging R&D Design, Process and Product Engineering customers. You will be responsible for planning, building and routing using industry and internal automation tools. You will be expected to demonstrate your understanding of CMOS device physics and electrical characteristics through innovative designs.
You will be expected to plan and document your layout, presenting material for global teams to review. You will work directly with the Process and CAD teams to create innovative layout, verify the layout working with Advanced Mask Development and OPC teams to simulate what you draw. This feedback will be taken directly all through the design cycle leading to layout changes and design rule changes. Best methods will be developed and documented on brand-new innovative designs.
You will have an opportunity to work on mask generation and reticle design.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Plan and document the layout with Design customers
Plan and layout the design to Design and Process customer specification
Verify quality of layout through DRC, LVS, and other vendor-supplied and in-house verification tools
You will interpret and apply Design Rules and confirm they are checking as intended, applying your knowledge of CMOS process, working with Process customers
Develop and Document layout tools and methodologies to improve quality, working with CAD or through your own coding
A background in ICCompiler IP development and programming is very desirable
Identify issues, and provide solutions through communication and innovation
Lead sections of the layout design, planning and coordinating work with local and global teams, verifying quality for our Design and Process customers
Useful Qualifications include, but not limited to:
A BS in Electrical Engineering
Understanding of CMOS process
Knowledge and use of Linux operating system
Ability to code in a scripting language is very desirable
Experience with Microsoft Office Tools
Layout skills using Cadence Virtuoso and Cadence Virtuoso XL
Experience with Calibre layout verification tools
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to tackle problems
Self-motivated with strong analytical skills and ability to think creatively
Experience and Education:
BSEE or Equivalent Experience
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits .
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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