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Nand Design ( Technologist )

Western Digital

Nand Design ( Technologist )

San Jose, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    The Memory Technology Group is at the core of the Legacy SanDisk Engineering Organization which Western Digital owns. We are building a cutting edge 3D memory in our multiple billion dollars Fab. Our memory provides performance, power, and endurance at a lower cost but on quality. The Memory Technology organization is a strategic entity for the company, and we are growing. Our group functions as a start-up within WDC, and offers a creative, fast paced, entrepreneurial work environment where you’ll be at the center of WDC innovation.

    We are looking for an experienced Designers to lead and deliver projects for our Memory Design team as well as talented and highly motivation junior engineers. This is a great opportunity for a results-oriented, entrepreneurial individual who knows how to work with non-volatile memory world-class engineers and who has a great track record for delivering innovative results.

    You will need to think creatively about the memory as we do take pride in our craftsmanship.  We do work together with all engineering teams to identify and execute on the most disciplined way. Your success will be measured by your ability to build great designs that deliver innovation that unlock revenue opportunities for the company.

    Join the Memory Technology Design Team and become a leader of this highly motivated, cooperative and focused team!

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    In this position, the individual will be responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating Chip architecture and Data Path circuit structures for feasibility study of high performance NAND flash, including new, most advanced 3-dimentional NAND memories. Evaluation of these circuits will be done through HSPICE, FINESIM and VERILOG simulations and through silicon probing when the silicon arrives.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    REQUIRED:

    • Requires MS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 10 or more years of relevant experience.
    • Knowledge and/or experience in data path design (Nand and/or DRAM)
    • Knowledge in decoding concept and redundancy concept
    • Knowledge and/or experience in non-volatile memory design (NAND flash memory cell operation in particular) is a big advantage
    • Knowledge and/or experience in High speed I/O circuit is a big plus
    • A strong device background and experience with evaluating new process technologies for use in design is preferred.

    PREFERRED: 

    • The ideal candidate must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment
    • Self-motivated and self-directed, however, must have demonstrated ability to work well with people
    • A proven desire to work as a team member, both on the same team and outside of the team
    • Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems.
    • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
    • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

    Additional Information

    Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate 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 "Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law" poster.

    Western Digital 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.

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  • Industry
    Manufacturing