High Speed Custom IO and Datapath Designer

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

Role includes-

• Architect and design custom circuits for NAND flash memory, including digital circuits and/or analog circuits. 
• Perform block level and full chip circuit simulations to meet all performance and data sheet specifications.
• Conduct silicon debugging and evaluation with micro-probing. 
• Collaborate with characterization engineers to fully characterize silicon, and partner with other designers to develop solutions for silicon issues
• Support mass production test teams to ensure IO specs have adequate coverage.
• Support product development and application engineering team on IO specs

Qualifications

Skills/Experience:

• Requires MS/PHD  in EE or equivalent
• Prior experience in design of any one of the standard high speed interfaces like DDR2/DDR3/4, ONFI, TM or LPDDR I/O interface is preferred.
• Proven experience of full chip design flow from spec to silicon debug.
• Needs to be an expert in providing and understanding layout requirements of high speed circuits.
• Knowledge of all facets of high speed I/O design but specifically should include high speed input receivers(Rx), output drivers (Tx), ODT, Duty cycle correction (DCC), Training/calibration to improve timing, high speed power design and low power design.
• Experience working closely with device/process team to define transistor specs
• Knowledge of ESD requirements and design
• The ideal individual must have proven ability to achieve results in a fast moving, dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated and self-directed but must have demonstrated ability to work well with people.
• A proven desire to work as a team member. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet schedules/deadlines.
• Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex problems.
• 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 employ