Sr. ASIC Design Engineer (Silicon Engineering)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate architectural trade-offs based on features, performance requirements and system limitations
• Define micro-architecture, implement the RTL in Verilog/System Verilog, integrate that in top level and deliver the fully verified, synthesis/timing clean design
• Work closely with verification team to ensure all aspects of the design are covered and verified
• Provide timing constraint for those IPs and support the physical implementation team (synthesis, timing closure, formality check)
• Participate in silicon bring-up and validation
• BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
• 5+ years of experience in RTL implementation
• PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Ability to solve complex problems including clock domain crossings and power optimization
• ASIC/SoC system integration experience
• Experience with embedded CPU subsystems
• Experience with standard bus protocols (e.g. AXI, AHB, etc.)
• Experience with high speed and low power design techniques
• Scripting skills (e.g. Python, etc.)
• Experience with EDA tools such as HDL simulators and HDL Lint tools
• Team-player, can-do attitude and ability to work well in a group environment while still contributing on an individual basis
• Enjoys being challenged and learning new skills
• ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines
• ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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