The Sr. Hardware Design Engineer leads ASIC and FPGA projects, defining architecture, guiding RTL development, and mentoring junior engineers to deliver high-quality silicon solutions.
We’re looking for a senior-level Hardware Design Engineer to take the lead on complex ASIC and FPGA development projects. This role blends architecture design, hands-on implementation, and technical leadership. You’ll collaborate across engineering teams to deliver high-performance, reliable silicon solutions in a flexible hybrid environment.
Responsibilities
- Define HW architecture and evaluate design trade-offs for performance, area, and power.
- Lead RTL development, integration, and verification throughout the design cycle.
- Partner with firmware and verification teams to ensure top-quality silicon delivery.
- Mentor and review junior engineers’ work, promoting best practices and technical excellence.
- Provide design-in and bring-up support, including technical expertise for customer-facing projects.
Qualifications
- Strong command of SystemVerilog for RTL design and digital architecture.
- Experience using simulation tools such as Questa, Incisive, or VCS.
- Skilled in scripting (Python, Perl, Tcl) for automation and workflow optimization.
- Proven experience in ASIC or FPGA design, synthesis, and timing closure.
- Strong analytical thinking and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex priorities.
- 10+ years of relevant experience and a BSEE or MSEE degree.
Preferred / Plus
- Expertise in ASIC synthesis, timing constraints, CDC/RDC methodologies.
- Familiarity with UVM-based verification environments.
- Experience with high-speed memory technologies (HBM, GDDR, LPDDR, DDR).
- Understanding of AMBA AXI or CHI protocols.
Top Skills
Incisive
Perl
Python
Questa
Systemverilog
Tcl
Vcs
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