Memory Design Engineer

Location: Leuven (Belgium) or Grenoble (France)

About Us: Vertical Compute is an early-stage deep tech startup dedicated to pioneering next-generation memory technologies for advanced computing architecture. Our mission is to redefine the well-known trade-offs of semiconductor memory devices, ultimately enabling the future of computing. We are welcoming passionate, experienced, and forward-thinking colleagues to join our dynamic team and disrupt the industry together.

About what you will do: 

In this role, you will contribute as an experienced memory design engineer within a team developing advanced memories that will shape the future of storage and computing.

Responsibilities

• Engineer cutting-edge memory circuits that balance speed, power efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

• Participate in the evolution of design methodologies and contribute to workflow optimization.

• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to develop innovative memory technology solutions through design-technology co-optimization.

• Contribute to memory integration in both product-grade solutions and proof-of-concept demonstrators across various semiconductor applications.

About who you are:

• You have an advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on analog and/or memory design.

• Demonstrated expertise in designing various memory types, including SRAM, ROM, Flash, and emerging technologies such as MRAM, RRAM, and PCM, with experience spanning both standalone and embedded implementations (IP) for test chip development and product deployment.

• Experience in designing optimized bitcells and arrays in close collaboration with the memory technology team.

• Experience in SPICE modeling, including Verilog-A generation, in close collaboration with the device characterization team.

• Experience in generating design views (Verilog, Liberty .lib, etc.) and developing robust characterization flows for memory IP.

• Experience in design and validation of circuits using FinFET technology (1x and below).

• We like to build a high performing dream team and count on your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to engage effectively with your colleagues, our partners, and stakeholders.

• Good English communication skills, knowledge of French and/or Dutch is considered a bonus.

Why Join Us:

• You will get the opportunity to work at the forefront of memory technology innovation.

• Vertical Compute is not only a state-of-the art but also a human adventure. We believe you must have a lot of fun developing the best of you. Making sure you and your team are going to enjoy the journey and become passionate about what we do is a key goal of our founders.

• You can be part of a talented and dedicated team in a fast-paced startup environment.

• In this role, you contribute to projects that will have a significant impact on the future of computing and electronics.

• You can count on a motivating total rewards package.

How to show your interest in our vacancy:

Does the above sounds like you are ready to join our team, please apply through the link.

Vertical Compute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in shaping the future of compute & memory technology and celebrating success!