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Micron Technology · 1 day ago

New College Grad - Senior Layout Engineer, DPG

Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions. As a Layout Engineer in the DRAM Products Group, you will create manufacturable layouts for advanced DRAM, collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of memory designs.

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Responsibilities

Create layout designs for critical circuits, ensuring compliance with process rules and schematic intent. Work closely with Design, Process, and CAD engineers to deliver solutions from floorplan through final design
Perform verification tasks such as LVS (Layout vs. Schematic), DRC (Design Rule Check), and quality checks. Continuously improve verification tools and methodologies to ensure high‑quality layouts
Tackle ambiguous problems; prototype solutions without a playbook; then codify them into guides/SOPs and share with the team. Contribute scripts (e.g., SKILL/Python) and layout method improvements to advance automation and drive measurable productivity gains. Integrate automated layout solutions to shape the future of layout design
Coordinate with global partners to meet predictable schedules and support tapeout/mask generation processes. Deliver block‑level layouts within specified timelines while maintaining quality standards
Lead layout planning for assigned blocks or sub‑projects; coordinate priorities, provide guidance to other engineers, and ensure schedule alignment. Mentor team members on layout techniques, verification protocols, and tool usage

Qualification

Cadence Virtuoso VXLCalibre for DRC/LVSCMOS processesSemiconductor layout experienceScripting SKILLScripting PythonCollaboration skillsProblem-solvingAttention to detailWritten documentation

Required

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or related)
Familiarity in layout tools and methodologies, including Cadence Virtuoso VXL and Calibre for DRC/LVS/Verifications
Exposure to semiconductor custom/memory/analog layout
Solid understanding of CMOS processes, design rules, and layout‑dependent effects
Proven problem‑solving in ambiguity with high attention to detail and quality

Preferred

5+ years of semiconductor custom/memory/analog layout experience with demonstrated block/project leadership, including mentoring and schedule management
DRAM/LPDDR/HBM memory product layout background; familiarity with tapeout/mask generation flows
Scripting (SKILL, Python) and experience building methodology/automation
Strong collaboration skills across global, multi-functional teams; excellent written documentation abilities

Benefits

Choice of medical, dental and vision plans
Benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Paid family leave
Robust paid time-off program
Paid holidays

Company

Micron Technology

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Micron Technology is a semiconductor company that produces DRAM, SDRAM, flash memory, SSD and CMOS image sensing chips.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$8.9B
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Commerce
2025-04-24Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-04-18Grant· $6.1B

Leadership Team

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Sanjay Mehrotra
Chairman, President & CEO
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Gursharan Singh
Senior Vice President BE Operations
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