Principal Engineer, Firmware Design

Req. ID: JR92704 Principal Engineer, Firmware Design 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. Job Description As a NVEG DE Build Engineer at Micron Technology, Inc., you will take charge of building and analyzing digital circuits used in the development of memory products. This includes simulating, optimizing, and floor planning NAND circuits. In this position you will work and support the efforts of groups inside of NVE-DE organization such as Project Teams as well as other Functional Teams (Analog, Core, Datapath, etc) as well as the teams outside of NVE-DE org crafting designing the algorithms in the on-chip controller, for the non-volatile memory products, also design validation at block, subsystem, and fullchip level. Responsibilities and Tasks Chip in to the Development of New Memory Products by Assisting with Algorithm Design and Firmware Development for the Internal NAND Operations, the Overall Logic Design, and Optimization of Memory Circuits. • Responsible for meeting the performance/area/power targets • Ability to interpret device and system specifications to produce required functionality • Participate in new circuit conception and design as needed • Define and create design architecture spec documents for the new features • Assist in design and development of schematics and/or RTL blocks • Mentor new hires Manage Verification Processes • Perform RTL and synthesized netlist (gate level) verification at fullchip level • Facilitate netlist bring up to achieve basic functionality • Responsible for design simulation including post layout • Create verification plan for new and existing features and check expected behavior in Verilog • Collaborate with Product Engineering wrt validation plan and review Silicon result • Assist in silicon design validation, reticle experiments, qual and tape-out revisions as needed Maintain Technical Expertise and Provide training • Define best known design and verification practices and communicate to the entire department • Prepare detailed documentation as the need arises • Participate in recruiting, and interviewing of new candidates • Develop new hire ramp up plans • Engage in continuing education and competitor analysis Chip in to Cross Group Communication to Work Towards Standardization and Group Success • Work with Device, System, Probe, Test, CAD, Field Application Engineers, and Product Engineering groups to ensure accurate manufacturability of product • Proactively solicit guidance from various groups (i.e. Standard cell development; simulation, voltage) Job Profile(s): Semiconductor Design Engineer 5 Relocation level: (TBD) Before Getting Started Please review Micron’s Internal Job Application Policy on your regional PeopleNow Career Opportunities page before searching and applying for jobs. Note in particular that: * Hiring managers may view your performance appraisals, original resume, transcripts or other performance-related documentation in your personal file. This information will be held in confidence. * If you are selected to interview for a position, you must notify your direct supervisor before participating in the interview process. ​​​​ 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 Benefits | Micron Technology, Inc 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, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.