Senior VLSI Design Engineering (New College Grad, Masters)

Company 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.

Job Description

Join us and jumpstart your career alongside our team of innovators and industry influencers and help shape the future of digital technology with a leading provider of flash memory and storage solutions! 

Please note: this posting is not for a specific job opening and by submitting your resume, you are expressing interest in being contacted about one of the following roles at Sandisk: 

Essential duties and responsibilities: 

• AI-Enhanced Chip Design – Design Engineers will be responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating Chip architecture circuit structures for feasibility study of high-performance NAND flash, including new, most advanced 3-dimentional NAND memories. A design engineer will focus on developing technologies related to AI. In this role, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team of researchers and software developers, working on designing, building, and deploying AI technologies and applications. Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and the interworking of LLMs are a plus
   

• Analog/Mixed-Signal Design - NAND Memory Design & Verification Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, modifying, and evaluating analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) for high-performance NAND flash, including the most advanced 3-dimensional NAND memories. Engineers in this role will focus on building low-power analog modules such as OPAMPs, voltage regulators, reference generators, and charge pump circuits. You will also contribute to high-voltage word line driver design, sensing operation analysis, and power/ground network optimization. This role offers the opportunity to define chip architecture, floorplan and die size by cross-collaborating with multiple functions including layout, characterization, and silicon validation teams to bring innovative circuit designs from concept to production.
   

• High-Speed PHY and Interface Design - High-Speed PHY and Interface Design Engineers will be responsible for architecting and implementing custom high-speed PHY and DataPath circuits for NAND interfaces and memory protocols such as DDR3/4/5, LPDDR4/5, GDDR, and HBM. In this role, you will focus on clock recovery, timing budgeting, SI/PI analysis, and analog/digital co-simulation across a wide range of speeds and topologies. The ideal candidate thrives in a multi-disciplinary environment, balancing deep theoretical understanding with practical implementation. Familiarity with Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys tools, and Verilog/Liberty model development is a plus.  
   

• High-Speed Data Path & Circuit Design Engineers - Circuit Design Engineers in this role will focus on developing and evaluating transistor-level and gate-level architectures for NAND flash memory, including page buffers, sense amplifiers, and high-speed datapath circuits and interface protocol design. You will architect and design digital and/or analog circuits, perform block level and full chip circuit simulations to meet all performance specifications. You will also contribute to RTL design, verification, clock domain crossing (CDC) and Prime time analysis. This role spans the full development lifecycle—from early feasibility and simulation to silicon probing and debug—requiring close collaboration with layout and characterization teams. Proficiency in HSPICE, FINESIM, and Verilog is essential, along with a strong foundation in analog and digital circuit fundamentals.  
   

• Physical Design Engineering - Physical Design Engineers will be responsible for logic synthesis, place and route (P&R), and timing analysis for NAND flash memory chips, ensuring designs meet performance, power, and area (PPA) targets. Engineers in this role will work closely with front-end RTL teams and back-end implementation engineers to perform physical verification, static timing analysis (STA), and tape-out readiness. You will apply deep knowledge of design principles and CAD tools to develop scalable physical design methodologies. Familiarity with scripting (e.g., Python, Perl, TCL) and an understanding of device physics in deep sub-micron technologies are a plus.  

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with a graduation date of Dec 2024 - May/June 2025 
• Experience or interest in 3D NAND Flash and non-volatile memory 

Preferred Skills: 

It’s helpful if you meet one or more of the following qualifications, but it isn't a requirement. 

• Strong fundamentals in circuit design, particularly analog/mixed-signal and digital 
• Experience with HSPICE, FINESIM, VERILOG, System Verilog, and RTL design 
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and cross-functional teamwork 
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills 
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges 
• Self-motivated, collaborative, innovative, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment 

Additional Information

Sandisk is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@sandisk.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

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