Senior Engineer – ESD & Latch-Up Design for Nanoelectronic Circuits (Micron Technology, Hyderabad)

Micron Technology is hiring a Senior Engineer, TD ESD to lead electrostatic discharge (ESD) and latch-up design across next-gen nanotechnology platforms. Ideal for candidates with 5+ years of experience in ESD circuits, semiconductor reliability, and advanced ESD verification tools.

🔍 Job Details

📘 Detailed Blog Post

Micron Technology is looking for a Senior ESD & Latch-Up Engineer to lead circuit protection strategy for next-gen nanodevice platforms in its Hyderabad R&D center.

As part of the Technology Development (TD) group, you will innovate in the field of electrostatic discharge protection, ensuring the integrity and longevity of highly miniaturized circuits used in AI, 5G, and data-intensive memory products.

Your work will directly contribute to the reliability and robustness of Micron’s most advanced semiconductor chips.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and simulating signal and power ESD clamps for advanced nodes

• Performing TLP/vf-TLP analysis to evaluate circuit protection performance

• Conducting PathFinder/PERC-based ESD verification to meet foundry standards

• Reviewing full-chip layouts and driving signoff compliance before tape-out

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams on first-silicon ESD validation and root cause analysis

Micron values deep technical insight and encourages constant innovation in ESD/LUP design — ensuring that its chips can withstand the high voltages and current spikes of the real world.

👤 Candidate Profile

This position is ideal for senior engineers with a strong foundation in:

• Cadence tools for design and layout

• ESD simulation and verification tools like PathFinder or PERC

• Device-level ESD mechanisms, including diffusions, clamps, and BEOL layers

• Communication and technical leadership with global cross-functional teams

Minimum qualifications include:

• BS in Electrical Engineering with 5–8 years experience

• OR MS with 3–6 years, OR PhD in Microelectronics or related field

• Proven track record in ESD rule development and validation

• Strong data analysis and circuit-level problem solving skills

🌏 About Micron Technology

Micron is a global leader in memory and storage innovation, delivering breakthrough performance in DRAM, NAND, and NOR flash technologies. Their engineers power everything from smartphones to data centers, always with a focus on sustainability, inclusion, and advanced R&D.

With state-of-the-art development hubs across Asia and the U.S., Micron offers:

• The opportunity to work at the forefront of nanoelectronic reliability

• An international platform to solve real-world semiconductor challenges

• Career growth through R&D collaborations, patents, and high-impact product cycles

• A purpose-driven culture rooted in science, community, and ethical innovation

📎 Reference Links

• 🔗 Micron Careers – Apply Now

• 💡 What is ESD in Semiconductor Design?

• 📘 Micron Memory and Storage Technology

• 🧪 Micron Research and Development

✅ Disclaimer: This listing is based on publicly available job details as of July 2025. Please verify the latest information and submit your application through the official Micron Careers site.