Memory Compiler Architect - 15954
Originally posted 9 April 2026 by the employer.
About the role
This role involves designing, developing, and evaluating physical IP memory compilers, including SRAM, RF, ROM, and TCAM architectures. You will apply circuit design and memory architecture optimization techniques to optimize workflows and design efficiency.
What you'll do
- Design, develop, and evaluate physical IP memory compilers covering SRAM, RF, ROM, and TCAM architectures. - Apply circuit design and memory architecture optimization to achieve target PPA across standard verification tools. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project deliverables with business objectives. - Contribute to technical direction and problem-solving efforts within the engineering group. - Provide technical mentorship to support the professional growth of team members.
What you'll need
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. - 15+ years of experience in embedded memory design (SRAM/RF/ROM/TCAM), including functional verification with industry standard tools. - Significant experience in memory compiler flow. - Proficiency in Python and Hspice/XA. - Familiarity with industry standard verification tools for design and signoff flows.
Skills: memory compilers, SRAM, RF, ROM, TCAM, circuit design
This role has been open 197 days — well above the 69-day median for Memory Design roles.
Memory Design · Memory Design
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Open roles in category
310
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Median days open
69 d
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Median salary
$200k
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See the full market breakdown ▾Category comparison, skills in demand, and who else is hiring
| Metric | Synopsys | All employers we track in this specialty (310 roles · 31 employers) |
|---|---|---|
| Open roles in this specialty | 32 | 310 |
| Median days open | 66 d | 69 d (−3 d vs this employer) |
| Median salary (USD postings) | — | $200k |
Skills observed across this category: memory compilers, SRAM, RF, ROM, TCAM, circuit design
Who's hiring in this category
- Micron Technology · 158 open roles · median 89 d
- Synopsys (this employer) · 32 open roles · median 65 d
- Qualcomm · 19 open roles · median 86 d
- SanDisk · 17 open roles · median 52 d
- Broadcom · 16 open roles · median 66 d
- NVIDIA · 8 open roles · median 47 d
How we counted: 310 open Memory Design (Memory Design) roles from 31 employers tracked in the SemiconductorJobs index, counted 25 Oct 2026. Specialty figures count only roles carrying this exact specialty label, so an employer's related work in neighbouring specialties is not included there. Figures refresh nightly.