Sr Physical Design Engineer, HBM

Company: Micron
Location: Richardson
Posted on: March 28, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate, and advance faster than ever. In the Sr. Physical Design Engineer role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end physical implementation of complex ASICs and SoCs, from RTL handoff through tape?out. This role requires deep expertise in place?and?route, timing closure, power integrity, and physical verification, along with the ability to drive block? or chip-level closure independently while collaborating across design, verification, and technology teams. Responsibilities - Own full physical design flow from netlist handoff through GDSII, including floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis (CTS), routing, and ECO closure. - Drive timing closure (setup/hold) across all modes and corners using industry?standard STA methodologies. - Perform power analysis and optimization, including IR drop, EM, dynamic/static power, and low?power intent implementation (UPF/CPF). - Develop, refine, and apply robust physical design methodologies for advanced technology nodes. - Contribute to automation, scripts, and flow improvements to enhance productivity and quality. - Work closely with RTL, logic design, DFT, CAD, and technology teams to resolve design and implementation challenges. - Support post-silicon debug and correlation when required. Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. - Strong understanding of digital circuit design, CMOS fundamentals, and timing concepts. - Floorplanning, P&R, CTS, and timing closure - STA, DRC/LVS, and power integrity analysis - Experience with advanced technology nodes and multi-corner, multi-mode design methodologies. Preferred Qualifications - Experience at 7nm or below technology nodes. - Familiarity with low-power design techniques and methodologies. - Experience leading block-level or chip-level physical design ownership. - Scripting skills (Tcl, Python, or similar) for flow automation and optimization. As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits. Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. To learn about your right to work click here. To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option 3) Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards. Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron. AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification. Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.

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