Staff Engineer, ASIC Development Engineering (STA)

@ Sandisk

Company Overview

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and relentlessly innovates to deliver solutions that empower today’s needs and tomorrow’s ideas. With groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, Sandisk is at the heart of the digital world.

Position Overview

The Staff Engineer for Static Timing Analysis (STA) will join a talented team ensuring the timing performance and integrity of complex semiconductor designs. This role demands deep expertise in STA methodologies, leadership skills, and strategic vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Own subsystem level STA and guide the PnR team for timing closure.
• Collaborate with IP & design teams for timing constraints development and review.
• Develop and implement advanced STA methodologies for complex IC designs.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal timing performance.
• Develop and maintain STA scripts and tools to automate timing analysis.
• Conduct detailed timing analysis, identify critical paths and strategize improvements.
• Stay updated on STA industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Prepare and present comprehensive timing reports and technical documentation.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Static Timing Analysis.
• Proficient with STA tools such as Synopsys PrimeTime, Cadence Tempus, and Constraints Manager.
• Solid understanding of digital design, physical design, and semiconductor fabrication.
• Excellent problem-solving, strategic and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional teamwork.
• Experience with advanced process nodes (e.g., 7nm, 5nm) is highly desirable.

Additional Information

Sandisk values diversity and is committed to an inclusive, accessible hiring process. Applicants with disabilities should contact Sandisk at hr@sandisk.com with their accommodation requests.

Key skills/competency

Staff Engineer, STA, ASIC, timing analysis, semiconductor, automation, digital design, cross-functional, leadership, innovation