IC Digital Lead

Octagon Group; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Strong benefits package

Opportunities for growth and progression

Job summary

Octagon Group is seeking a Senior Digital IC Engineer to lead the development of innovative semiconductor products. This role requires expertise in digital IC architecture and hands-on leadership experience. You will mentor engineers while overseeing projects from specification through to validated silicon.

The position offers hybrid working from modern offices in Fareham, along with a competitive salary and performance-related bonuses, aligning personal and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in digital or mixed-signal IC / ASIC design.
• Experience leading projects or engineers.
• Strong knowledge of full IC design flow.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital IC architecture, design, verification, and validation.
• Own delivery of touch controller ICs and automotive MCUs.
• Provide technical direction and improve performance.

Skills

Digital IC architecture

Mixed-signal IC design

Low-power design

Project leadership

Education

Degree in Electronics or Engineering

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring for a senior job opportunity within a fast-growing semiconductor environment focused on next-generation touch sensing ICs and automotive MCUs.

This job is ideal for an experienced digital or mixed-signal IC engineer who wants to step into a leadership role with real technical ownership. You’ll lead digital development from specification through to validated silicon, while guiding and mentoring a growing engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital IC architecture, design, verification, and validation
• Own delivery of touch controller ICs and automotive MCUs
• Provide technical direction and improve performance, quality, and cost
• Manage resources, project planning, and priorities
• Work closely with global analogue, P&R, test, and software teams
• Mentor engineers and influence future product direction

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics, Engineering, or similar
• 5+ years in digital or mixed-signal IC / ASIC design
• Experience leading projects or engineers
• Strong knowledge of low-power design and full IC design flow
• Confident communicator in cross-functional, international teams

This is a high-impact role working on cutting-edge semiconductor products, offering hybrid working from modern offices and a supportive, innovative culture with clear opportunities for growth and progression. The position comes with a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and a strong benefits package, making it an excellent opportunity for both professional and personal development.