Principal Engineer, Digital IC Design and Architecture

Principal Engineer - Digital IC Design and Architecture

Help shape the future of intelligent, connected vehicles. We are looking for an experienced and innovative engineer to lead the architecture and design of next-generation connectivity solutions that power advanced automotive systems.

Our technology is at the heart of modern vehicle electronics, enabling the reliable transport of multi-Gigabit high-speed video, sensor, and control data across increasingly sophisticated vehicle networks. Trusted by leading automakers around the world and deployed in millions of vehicles, our solutions support applications ranging from digital cockpits and camera systems to advanced driver assistance and autonomous driving technologies.

Beyond automotive, OpenGMSL technology is also enabling innovation in industrial automation, medical imaging, and robotics. As part of our team, you will help develop the technologies that connect the next generation of machines and vehicles.

The position is based in Beaverton, Oregon, or Colorado Springs, Colorado.

• Digital Architecture and Design:
  Architect and design digital blocks and subsystems of complex high-speed Ser Des ICs, including Gigabit-speed serial interfaces and video and data routing solutions.
• Develop Next-Generation Technologies:
  Drive the evolution of OpenGMSL technology through the development of new architectures, authoring and advancing of OpenGMSL technical standards, and active participation in industry standards organizations and committees.
• Specification Ownership:
  Write detailed block and subsystem-level specifications for design and implementation.
• RTL Design and Implementation:
  Use Verilog and System Verilog to design digital blocks, subsystems, and top-level designs.
• Verification and Coverage Closure:
  Develop block-level test benches, verify block functionality, and collaborate with verification teams to achieve full-chip verification and coverage closure.
• Digital Backend:
  Perform block- and top-level linting, CDC analysis, and power analysis. Assist with synthesis constraints and timing closure.
• Mixed-Signal Integration:
  Communicate closely with mixed-signal designers and verification engineers to support mixed-signal simulations and real-number modeling across the analog/digital boundary.
• Documentation and Design Reviews:
  Prepare technical documentation and lead architecture, design, and peer reviews.
• Lab Evaluation and Debug:
  Support silicon bring-up, characterization, and debug activities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate across analog, digital, verification, test, and product definition teams to define requirements, support production test development, and ensure successful product execution.
• Technical Leadership:
  Provide technical leadership for complex Ser Des subsystems and products.

• MSEE or Equivalent:
  Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with 7+ years of relevant experience or PhD with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Digital Design:
  Experience designing and verifying complex digital systems using Verilog/System Verilog.
• System Architecture & Implementation:
  Demonstrated ability to architect and plan designs at the system level, translating high-level product concepts into robust design implementations.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, with team working experience and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ser Des & Communications Expertise:
  Understanding of communication theory, high-speed Ser Des transceiver architectures, and video/data transport.
• Design Trade-Offs & Physical Implementation:
  Solid understanding of digital and analog design trade-offs, with experience in timing analysis, power estimation, physical design, and DFT concepts.
• Lab & Silicon Debug
  
  Experience:
  
  Hands-on experience with silicon bring-up and debug
• Proven Track Record:
  Demonstrated success designing, leading, and introducing products to the market.

• Ser Des Standards and Protocols:
  Expertise in high-speed Ser Des standards and protocols, including Ethernet, USB, PCIe, and/or video (Display Port, CSI/DSI, HDMI)
• Technical Standards
  
  Experience:
  
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