NAND Quality and Reliability R&D Engineer

Solidigm

$139K — $255K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in electrical engineering, Microelectronics, or a closely related field.
  • 2+ years of industry experience in semiconductor memory technologies and products.
  • Deep understanding of NAND cell and array operations and reliability mechanisms.
  • Strong foundation in semiconductor device physics and process flows.
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis methodologies and tools.
  • Hands-on programming experience in C, C++, Python, and/or JMP.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design, plan, and execute NAND memory cell and array characterization experiments.
  • Develop and optimize trims to minimize program and read disturb.
  • Optimize trims for performance and power while maintaining reliability.
  • Apply NAND device physics principles to interpret experimental data.
  • Conduct comprehensive data analysis to identify trade-offs in parameters.
  • Use problem-solving skills to design experiments and implement solutions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate methods to improve performance.

Benefits

  • Participation in Solidigm's restricted stock unit (RSU) and cash bonus programs.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Supplemental life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependents.
  • Company match on eligible 401(k) plan contributions.
  • Hybrid work model with at least 3 days onsite.
Full Job Description
Job Description

NAND array algorithm development and performance/reliability engineering.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, plan, and execute NAND memory cell and array characterization experiments to evaluate performance and reliability.
  • Develop and optimize trims to minimize program and read disturb, directly impacting product quality.
  • Develop and optimize trims to optimize performance and power (tPROGRAM, tREAD, Icc), without impacting reliability and endurance capabilities.
  • Apply NAND device physics principles to explain and interpret relationships between experimental data and trim parameters.
  • Conduct comprehensive data analysis to identify and communicate trade-offs across multiple parameters of interest.
  • Use NAND device physics knowledge and problem-solving skills to design experiments, identify product failure mechanisms, and implement effective solutions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Device, Design, Reliability, and Product/Test Engineering teams to design, test, and deeply innovative method to improve performance and reliability.


Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's in electrical engineering, Microelectronics, or a closely related field.
  • 2+ years of industry experience in semiconductor memory technologies and products.
  • Deep understanding of NAND cell and array operations, including array reliability physical mechanisms and characterization techniques.
  • Strong foundation in semiconductor device physics and process flows.
  • Proficiency in statistical analysis methodologies and tools.
  • Hands-on programming experience in C, C++, Python, and/or JMP.
  • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or a closely related field.
  • Experience with 3D NAND architecture and advanced memory scaling challenges.
  • Experience in SSD system level FW design and testing


Additional Information

This position is also eligible to participate in Solidigm's restricted stock unit (RSU), restricted cash unit (RCU), and cash bonus programs. In addition, Solidigm offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, supplemental life and AD&D insurance; short- and long-term disability; healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a company match on eligible 401(k) plan contributions.

The compensation range for this role is $139,520 - $255,000. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Working Conditions: Rancho Cordova CA or San Jose CA ; Full-time hybrid; at least 3 days per week onsite.

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