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. As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications. Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and 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. You will work on transistor-level design for SRAM arrays/caches, register files, and/or custom standard cells. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams including logic, DFT, and PD 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
• 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 also collaborating effectively with other teams
• Ability to program in Python, Perl, or TCL
• Electrical or Computer Engineering - Bachelor's degree & 5 years of related experience; or MS degree & 3 years; or PhD & no prior experience

At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing 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. Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life. Benefit highlights include:
• Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401K retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.
• Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work-life balance.
• A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day. And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more. 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.