Circuit Design Engineer

Invent the future with us. Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.

Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies, driving sustainable computing for AI, cloud, and edge applications. Join us and work alongside a passionate, growing team—we’d love to have you apply!

As a member of the Ampere Circuit Team, you will contribute to the design of high‑performance memory arrays—from initial concept through hardware validation. Your responsibilities include transistor‑level design for SRAM arrays, caches, register files, and/or custom standard cells, and collaboration with logic, DFT, and PD teams to translate system requirements into robust, manufacturable designs.

• Develop schematic and layout designs for advanced memory arrays.
• Conduct bitcell analysis to ensure robust performance.
• Analyze and balance area, power, and performance trade‑offs in array design.
• Perform EMIR analysis to assess signal integrity and power grid robustness.
• Execute equivalence checking between SPICE and behavioral models.
• Carry out circuit robustness checks and timing model generation/verification.
• Participate in hardware validation efforts to bring designs from simulation to silicon.

• Good understanding of VLSI circuits, design methodology, and device/electrical fundamentals.
• Experience using EDA tool flows for simulation, verification, and characterization.
• Familiarity with design‑for‑test (DFT) concepts and their impact on circuit design.
• Ability to work independently on defined deliverables while collaborating effectively with other teams.
• Ability to program in Python, Perl, or TCL.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 5 years of related experience; or MS degree with 3 years; or PhD with no prior experience.

We provide a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, cash long‑term incentive, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $147,000 and $220,000.

• Premium medical, dental, vision insurance, income protection, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Unlimited Flextime and more than 10 paid holidays for a healthy work‑life balance.
• A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you focused.

At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers employees to grow. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process.

Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.