Silicon Design Engineer

THE ROLE:

The candidate is responsible for driving advanced device development, reliability engineering, and process integration to enable robust technology development and qualification. This position plays a critical role in supporting next-generation technology exploration through close collaboration with DTCO, design, and technology teams across global sites.

THE PERSON:

This role requires a candidate with a proactive mindset and the ability to work independently, while also demonstrating strong collaboration skills within a team-oriented environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive advanced device development and process integration activities, leveraging deep understanding of semiconductor device physics and process optimization.
• Support technology development, qualification, and ramp, ensuring robust device performance and manufacturability.
• Lead or support reliability engineering efforts, including identification and analysis of key failure mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain design guidelines for TDDB, aging, and electromigration, translating foundry reliability rules into actionable design practices.
• Collaborate closely with DTCO, design, and technology teams to optimize design–process interactions.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in semiconductor technology development, with strong background in: Device physics, Process optimization, Reliability engineering
• Proven experience in advanced CMOS technologies (e.g., FinFET, GAA, or equivalent advanced nodes).
• Solid understanding of device reliability fundamentals and process–device interactions.
• Demonstrated understanding and hands-on experience with SPICE simulation and related scripting or programming languages.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Educational Qualification: Master's degree required; Doctoral degree preferred.

• Field of Study: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a related field.