Graduate Digital Design Engineer (#GRDEG2)

Cirrus Logic; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Graduate Digital Design Engineer to contribute to cutting-edge mixed-signal SoCs. You will design digital circuits, collaborate with teams across engineering disciplines, and participate in product development and testing. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering is required, along with strong skills in digital circuit design using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL. This hybrid role offers an exciting work environment where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electronics Engineering or related field.
• Good understanding of digital circuit design in RTL.
• Basic experience in block-level digital design verification.
• Understanding of digital circuits synthesis and timing analysis.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills.
• Creative problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex information.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new digital circuit architectures.
• Collaborate within an experienced design team throughout IC lifecycle.
• Partner with other engineers to ensure proper design and implementation.
• Contribute to product definition and test development.
• Participate in project meetings and design reviews.

Skills

Digital circuit design in RTL

Verilog/SystemVerilog/VHDL

Basic verification of digital designs

Synthesis and timing analysis

Diagnostic and analytical abilities

Problem-solving mindset

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering

Job description

For over four decades, Cirrus Logic has been propelled by the top engineers in mixed‑signal processing. Our rockstar team thrives on solving complex challenges with innovative end‑user solutions for the world's top consumer brands. Cirrus Logic is also known for its award‑winning culture, built on a foundation of inclusion and fairness, meaningful community engagement, and delivering enjoyable employee experiences at every turn. But we couldn’t do it without our extraordinary workforce – and that’s where you come in. Join our team and help us continue to make Cirrus Logic an exceptional place to grow your career!

Cirrus Logic is seeking a talented Graduate Digital Design Engineer to support our growing design team in the UK. In this role, you will contribute to the development of industry‑leading mixed‑signal SoCs for consumer markets and become part of an organisation at the forefront of cutting‑edge technology. In return, we provide a unique environment where your contributions are highly valued and rewarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement new digital circuit architectures on advanced process nodes.
• Collaborate within an experienced design team, gaining exposure to every stage of the IC development lifecycle.
• Partner with systems, analog, physical design, and verification engineers to ensure the design is fully specified, thoroughly verified, and correctly implemented.
• Contribute to product definition, prototype evaluation, test development, and product release, ensuring the ASIC is manufacturable, competitive, and meets customer requirements.
• Participate in project meetings and formal design reviews.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics Engineering (or related discipline).
• Good understanding of digital circuit design in RTL, using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL.
• Basic experience in verifying block‑level digital designs.
• Basic understanding of synthesis and timing analysis of digital circuits.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical abilities.
• Innovative, creative, and lateral thinker with a problem‑solving mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail and skill in interpreting results.
• Clear communicator able to convey complex information and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

This role is based in our Edinburgh, UK office.

This is a hybrid position and will follow a 2+ day in‑office work schedule, with in‑office days based on business needs and team preference. You must be based within commutable distance of the work location listed on the job posting, or willing to relocate prior to beginning employment with Cirrus Logic.

Export control restrictions based upon applicable laws and regulations would prohibit candidates who are nationals of certain embargoed countries from working in this position without Cirrus Logic first obtaining an export license. Candidates for this role must be able to access technical data without a requirement for an export license. We are unable to sponsor or obtain export licenses for this role.

At Cirrus Logic, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and we are committed to encouraging an open and collaborative culture where different approaches, ideas, and points of view are respected and valued. We aim to promote a workplace where everyone can contribute irrespective of race, colour, national origin, religion or belief, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy status, or disability.