TSMC · 8 hours ago
Principal Engineer, Circuit Designer(7360)
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $180K/yr
3+ years expTSMC is a leading dedicated semiconductor foundry, and they are seeking a Principal Engineer in Circuit Design to join their elite research team. The role involves driving research and development in novel circuit techniques and collaborating with experts to innovate memory technology.
Consumer ElectronicsElectronicsManufacturingProduct DesignSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Drive research and development efforts to accurately evaluate and optimize the PPA of novel circuit-level innovations, and tape-out proof-of-concept chips
Thrive in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, collaborating seamlessly with leading experts in device physics, circuit design, architecture, and system integration
Partner with top-tier universities and industry leaders, driving collaborative research that pushes the frontiers of memory technology
Translate your innovative research outcomes into valuable intellectual property, including patents and high-impact publications
Qualification
Required
PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, with a dissertation focused on relevant circuit or memory research
A profound understanding of circuit design principles, complemented by hands-on, practical experience with a full tape-out flow (ideally demonstrated through your PhD work)
Preferred
A foundational grasp of emerging memory technologies, AI accelerators, or memory controller functionalities
Deep specialization in one or more critical areas of memory technology (SRAM, RRAM, MRAM, PCRAM), advanced memory macro design (sense amplifiers, write circuitry, LDOs, charge pumps, ADC/DACs), or cutting-edge accelerator architectures (in-memory computing, near-memory computing, systolic arrays)
Demonstrated experience (3+ years, including those attained during Ph.D. studies) in circuit design and tape-out, leveraging either custom or digital design flows
A compelling track record of research excellence, evidenced by significant publications, patents, and successful research collaborations
Exceptional communication skills, enabling you to articulate complex ideas clearly and collaborate effectively with diverse, high-performing teams
Benefits
Market competitive pay
Allowances
Bonuses
Comprehensive benefits
Extensive development opportunities and programs
Company
TSMC
Established in 1987, TSMC is the world's first dedicated semiconductor foundry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$14.2BKey Investors
U.S. Department of CommerceBerkshire Hathaway
2024-04-08Grant· $6.6B
2024-01-01Acquired
2022-09-30Post Ipo Equity· $4.1B
Leadership Team
Morris Chang
Founder, Chairman & CEO
Peter M. Cleveland
Senior Vice President
Recent News
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