Digital Design Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Digital Design Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in the architecture, design, and development of ASICs for high-speed network applications in the automotive domain. You’ll work cross-functionally to bring advanced digital designs from concept through tape-out, helping shape the future of automotive technology.

• Define ASIC architecture, microarchitecture, and design specifications.
• Drive and contribute to ASIC development from concept to tape-out.

• Design and implement digital logic using Verilog and/or VHDL.
• Optimize data paths, control logic, and interface blocks for performance and efficiency.
• Develop comprehensive test plans, test benches, and assertions for functional verification.
• Perform simulations using industry-standard tools to validate design functionality and performance.
• Work closely with analog/mixed-signal, verification, software, and systems teams to ensure successful integration.
• Support silicon bring-up and debug, and assist in production validation activities.

• Ensure designs meet automotive industry standards including ISO 26262.
• Integrate safety and functional requirements into the design and verification process.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in ASIC design, preferably within the semiconductor or automotive sector.
• Strong grasp of digital logic design.
• Proficient with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills; collaborative team player.

• Familiarity with Ethernet Layer 2 protocols such as IEEE 802.1Q, PTP, and TSN.
• Experience porting code into FPGA for emulation.

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