Circuit Design Engineer

About the role

Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute. As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications. Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team - we’d love to have you apply!

Responsibilities

• Develop schematic and layout designs for advanced memory arrays—from initial concept through hardware validation.
• Conduct bitcell analysis to ensure robust performance.
• Analyze and balance area, power, and performance trade-offs in array design.
• Perform EMIR analysis to assess signal integrity and power grid robustness.
• Execute equivalence checking between SPICE and behavioral models.
• Carry out circuit robustness checks and timing model generation/verification.
• Execute hardware validation efforts to bring designs from simulation to silicon.

Requirements

• Good understanding of VLSI circuits, design methodology, and device/electrical fundamentals.
• Experience using EDA tool flows for simulation, verification, and characterization.
• Familiarity with design-for-test (DFT) concepts and their impact on circuit design.
• Ability to work independently on defined deliverables while also collaborating effectively with other teams.
• Ability to program in Python, Perl, or TCL.

Qualifications

• Electrical or Computer Engineering - Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of related experience; or MS degree & 3 years; or PhD & no prior experience.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in EDA tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Synopsys Design Compiler, etc.

Benefits

• Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance.
• Income protection and a 401K retirement plan.
• Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidays.
• Healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks.

Pay

The full base pay range for this role is between $147,000 and $220,000.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule available.