Principal Memory Architect

About the Role

Brightecs Innovation Pte Ltd is seeking a Principal Memory Architect to lead the design and optimization of 3D-NAND memory architecture. Located in Singapore, this role involves defining array organization, management logic, ECC strategies, algorithm optimization, and collaborating across multiple teams to support cutting-edge semiconductor IP development. The company focuses on silicon IP for intelligent computing and offers opportunities to work in a dynamic startup environment with growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish the comprehensive 3D-NAND memory architecture including array layout with plane, bank, page, and block configurations, and shared resource planning.
• Conduct feasibility studies, evaluate technical risks, and plan roadmaps emphasizing IP reuse, scalability, and technological node advancement.
• Develop and fine-tune program, erase, and read algorithms balancing speed, endurance, retention, and disturbance management.
• Create ECC strategies incorporating BCH, LDPC, and other approaches, assessing their effects on die area, latency, power consumption, and error mitigation capabilities.
• Design page and block management logic supporting advanced features like copy-back, multi-plane functionality, suspend/resume operations, and background erase processes.
• Optimize the trade-offs involving throughput, latency, die size, power consumption, and reliability to align with product segments such as consumer, enterprise, or automotive-grade solutions.
• Work in tandem with device and process teams to tailor circuit and algorithm implementations based on actual 3D stacked structures like charge trapping, vertical channels, and word line layers.
• Select and customize ONFI/Toggle Mode interface protocols, specifying register maps, command extensions, and low-power configurations.
• Lead technical reviews across teams and define architectural design and verification standards.
• Support post-silicon validation, yield enhancement, and customer issue resolution through iterative architecture refinements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master's degree or higher (PhD preferred) in Microelectronics, Integrated Circuits, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related disciplines.
• More than 8 years of experience in flash memory development, including at least 5 years in architecture leadership or critical technology roles.
• Advanced expertise in 3D-NAND physical structures with deep understanding of charge trapping or floating gate technologies, vertical channels, word line stacking, and signal crosstalk.
• Familiarity with multi-bit memory types such as TLC, QLC, and PLC, and related challenges in algorithms, ECC, and wear leveling.
• Knowledgeable about interface standards like ONFI 4.x and Toggle 3.0.
• Strong systemic thinking and ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including circuit, device, firmware, and testing.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills for documentation and decision-making.
• Up-to-date awareness of emerging technologies such as HBM-NAND hybrid storage and in-memory computing architectures, driving innovation and patent efforts.
• Experienced in delivering complete NAND architecture for mass production, preferably with 64-layer or higher 3D-NAND products.
• Preferred understanding of ECC architectures (BCH/LDPC) and NAND controller integrations.
• Familiar with reliability modeling (including TDDB, HCI, RTN) under advanced process technologies.
• Publication record in notable NAND and semiconductor conferences is a plus.

Work Location and Company

The role is based in Singapore. Brightecs Innovation Pte. Ltd. (BIP) is a technology-focused startup established in 2025, specializing in high-end semiconductor IP services through its research arm, Superam Academy of Semiconductor Research. BIP is committed to expanding its technological capabilities and welcomes driven professionals ready to contribute to pioneering advancements.

Why Join Us

Joining BIP means becoming part of a passionate founding team working at the forefront of semiconductor innovation. Employees have the opportunity to influence product direction, gain professional growth matching their ambitions, and contribute meaningfully to emerging technologies from day one.