Analog/Digital Design Engineering Intern

Overview

Rambus, a premier chip and silicon IP provider, is seeking to hire an intern for the Analog/Digital Mixed Signal of Memory Interface Chip business unit. Our team focuses on design of memory buffer semiconductor products used in high-speed memory interconnect applications.  The intern will gain experience with the latest high-speed memory interface technologies used in memory and data center applications, specifically DDR5.

The intern will work on-site for a 3-month period around the Summer of 2026.

Location: Agoura Hills, CA;

Responsibilities

Analog

· Design analog/mixed-signal circuit blocks used in Rambus products

· Create schematics, perform simulation and analysis for critical electrical and timing parameters

· Work with layout team to demonstrate post extraction circuit performance

· Work with experienced designers and managers to show that circuits meet all specifications

· Strong fundamental knowledge of circuit design and analysis

· Proficient with design tools like Virtuoso, spice/spectre simulators

· Strongly motivated to learn and grow while working with experienced designers

· Practical knowledge of circuit design in DSM process nodes smaller than 22nm are very desirable

· Sound knowledge of basic building blocks like bias generation, on-chip regulation, and PLL is desirable

· Experience in designing memory interfaces such as DDR4/5 or serial links such as USB/PCIE/SATA/Display Port is desirable

· Experience working in leading R&D and future technology development projects is desirable

Digital

· Knowledge of packet-based protocol

· Expertise/ understanding in digital designs

· RTL Exp

· Hands-on experience with complete ASIC flow is required

· Good knowledge of Synthesis, DFT and Timing closure requirements.

· Should have good exposure to the FPGA flow.

· Should have exposure to verification flow and concepts

Qualifications

· Bachelors / Masters degree in Electronics (Microelectronics specialization preferred)

· The position requires good written & verbal communication skills as well a strong commitment and ability to work in cross-functional and globally dispersed teams

About Rambus

Rambus is a global company that makes industry-leading memory interface chips and Silicon IP to advance data center connectivity and solve the bottleneck between memory and processing. With over 30 years of semiconductor experience, we are a leading provider of high-performance products and innovations that maximize the bandwidth, capacity and security for AI and other data-intensive workloads. Our world-class team is the foundation of our company, and our innovative spirit drives us to develop the cutting-edge products and technologies essential for tomorrow’s systems.

The US hourly range for this full-time position is $25.00 to $50.00. Our hourly ranges are determined by role, level and location. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions.

Rambus is committed to cultivating a culture where we actively seek to understand, respect, and celebrate the complex and rich identities of ourselves and others. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives are geared towards valuing the differences in backgrounds, experiences, and thoughts at Rambus to help enhance collaboration, teamwork, engagement, and innovation. At Rambus, we believe that we can be our best when every member of our organization feels respected, included, and heard.

Rambus is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Rambus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans during our job application procedures. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please feel free to inform us in your application.

Rambus does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

For more information about Rambus, visit rambus.com. For additional information on life at Rambus and our current openings, check out rambus.com/careers/.

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