Entry Level ASIC Engineer Jobs
New grad asic engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on digital design portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Telecommunications, with employers like Qualcomm, NVIDIA, and Apple hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Micron’s ASIC engineering team develops technology supporting Micron’s tester and controller IP, partnering across analog design and layout to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions in advanced semiconductor technologies.
As an ASIC Analog Layout Engineer, you will play a key role in the physical implementation of high-speed analog and mixed-signal circuits. You will partner closely with analog designers to develop custom layout solutions that optimize performance, signal integrity, reliability, and manufacturability. Candidates with backgrounds in Analog Layout, Custom IC Layout, Mixed-Signal Layout, ASIC Physical Design, or Mask Design are encouraged to apply. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered across multiple experience levels.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop high-quality custom analog and mixed-signal layouts for high-speed ASIC applications.
- Collaborate with analog design engineers to create efficient and manufacturable layout solutions and provide feedback on layout feasibility.
- Perform and debug physical verification checks including LVS, DRC, ERC, and antenna rule analysis.
- Optimize layouts for parasitics, signal integrity, electromigration, ESD robustness, and latch-up prevention.
- Contribute to layout methodologies, hierarchy standards, and process improvements that increase team efficiency.
- Develop automation, scripting, and AI-enabled solutions to improve layout productivity and workflow effectiveness.
- Identify and fix layout environment, CAD, and tool-related issues.
- Support layout implementation for high-speed circuit blocks such as SerDes, PLL, DLL, transmitters, receivers, clocking circuits, analog front-end designs, and related PHY circuitry.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience using Cadence Virtuoso or similar custom IC layout tools to develop custom analog, mixed-signal, or ASIC layouts.
- Experience performing physical verification activities including DRC, LVS, ERC, and antenna rule closure.
- Experience working with semiconductor process technologies and applying analog layout fundamentals to optimize circuit performance and manufacturability.
PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of experience in custom analog, mixed-signal, ASIC physical design, or IC layout engineering.
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
- Experience with advanced process technologies, including FinFET nodes of 16nm or below, and advanced-node layout techniques such as high-speed CMOS or CML layout methodologies.
- Experience supporting high-speed analog circuits such as SerDes, PHY, PLL, DLL, TX, RX, clocking circuits, analog front-end designs, or related high-speed blocks.
- Experience with parasitic analysis and extraction tools such as Quantus Insight, ParagonX, or similar technologies, and developing automation solutions using SKILL, Python, PVL, AI-enabled tools, or related technologies.
If you are a highly qualified candidate, we strongly encourage you to apply and learn more about the position!
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
- $54.00 - $92.00 an hour
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
INTRODUCTION
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Micron’s ASIC engineering team develops technology supporting Micron’s tester and controller IP, partnering across analog design and layout to deliver robust, manufacturable solutions in advanced semiconductor technologies.
As an ASIC Analog Layout Engineer, you will play a key role in the physical implementation of high-speed analog and mixed-signal circuits. You will partner closely with analog designers to develop custom layout solutions that optimize performance, signal integrity, reliability, and manufacturability. Candidates with backgrounds in Analog Layout, Custom IC Layout, Mixed-Signal Layout, ASIC Physical Design, or Mask Design are encouraged to apply. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered across multiple experience levels.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Develop high-quality custom analog and mixed-signal layouts for high-speed ASIC applications.
- Collaborate with analog design engineers to create efficient and manufacturable layout solutions and provide feedback on layout feasibility.
- Perform and debug physical verification checks including LVS, DRC, ERC, and antenna rule analysis.
- Optimize layouts for parasitics, signal integrity, electromigration, ESD robustness, and latch-up prevention.
- Contribute to layout methodologies, hierarchy standards, and process improvements that increase team efficiency.
- Develop automation, scripting, and AI-enabled solutions to improve layout productivity and workflow effectiveness.
- Identify and fix layout environment, CAD, and tool-related issues.
- Support layout implementation for high-speed circuit blocks such as SerDes, PLL, DLL, transmitters, receivers, clocking circuits, analog front-end designs, and related PHY circuitry.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience using Cadence Virtuoso or similar custom IC layout tools to develop custom analog, mixed-signal, or ASIC layouts.
- Experience performing physical verification activities including DRC, LVS, ERC, and antenna rule closure.
- Experience working with semiconductor process technologies and applying analog layout fundamentals to optimize circuit performance and manufacturability.
PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of experience in custom analog, mixed-signal, ASIC physical design, or IC layout engineering.
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
- Experience with advanced process technologies, including FinFET nodes of 16nm or below, and advanced-node layout techniques such as high-speed CMOS or CML layout methodologies.
- Experience supporting high-speed analog circuits such as SerDes, PHY, PLL, DLL, TX, RX, clocking circuits, analog front-end designs, or related high-speed blocks.
- Experience with parasitic analysis and extraction tools such as Quantus Insight, ParagonX, or similar technologies, and developing automation solutions using SKILL, Python, PVL, AI-enabled tools, or related technologies.
If you are a highly qualified candidate, we strongly encourage you to apply and learn more about the position!
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
- $54.00 - $92.00 an hour
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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Entry Level ASIC Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level asic engineer job?
Entry level asic engineer roles typically look for coursework or project work in RTL design, Verilog or VHDL, and digital logic verification. Candidates who stand out at this stage usually bring a senior capstone project, an FPGA prototype, or an internship with a chip design team. Familiarity with simulation tools and a willingness to work closely with senior engineers on physical implementation closes most of the gap that limited experience leaves.
Which companies hire entry level asic engineers?
Companies hiring entry level asic engineers right now include Qualcomm, NVIDIA, and Apple, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from semiconductor manufacturers, fabless chip design firms, and large consumer electronics companies building in-house silicon teams.
Are there remote entry level asic engineer jobs?
Yes, though most asic design roles at the entry level favor on-site or hybrid arrangements because of lab access and hardware toolchain requirements. About 0% of entry level asic engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist but on-site positions remain the majority at this stage.
Are these new grad asic engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior asic engineer roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and counts internships, university research, or a strong portfolio toward the requirement, so candidates coming straight out of an engineering program are competitive for them.
Which industries hire the most entry level asic engineers?
Entry Level asic engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Telecommunications, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they are actively scaling chip design capacity and need early-career engineers who can grow into full RTL and verification ownership over time.