Principal ASIC Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal ASIC Design Engineer to join their innovative team focused on developing AI neuromorphic silicon chips. In this pivotal role, you will lead architectural discussions, drive design decisions, and ensure the quality and reliability of ASIC projects. Your expertise in digital design methodologies and hardware description languages will be crucial as you collaborate with a dynamic group of engineers. This opportunity offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technology that transforms neural networks into efficient AI solutions, making a significant impact in the semiconductor field. If you have a passion for design and innovation, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in ASIC design and verification.
• Proficient in hardware description languages and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural discussions and drive design decisions for ASIC projects.
• Design, simulate, and verify high-performance digital circuits.

Skills

ASIC design

digital design methodologies

hardware description languages

simulation and synthesis tools

low-power design techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

FPGA prototyping

Job description

Principal ASIC Design Engineer

Bristol and/or fully remote within the United Kingdom.

Up to £100,000 DOE

AI Neuromorphic Silicon chips

I am seeking an experienced Principal ASIC Design Engineer to join a dynamic fabless semiconductor team. You will be part of a wider group that includes Digital, Analog, and BE Engineers and work on the development of AI neuromorphic chips. The Principal ASIC Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in the architecture, design, and implementation of future ASIC solutions.

Their technology provides fast and easy conversion of trained Neural Networks into minuscule AI silicon chips with ultra-low power consumption, low latency, and small size.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural discussions and drive design decisions for ASIC projects, ensuring alignment with overall product strategy.
• Design, simulate, and verify high-performance digital circuits, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry standards.
• Conduct thorough reviews of design documentation, verification plans, and test plans, ensuring quality and reliability of deliverables.

Key Qualifications

• Several years of experience in ASIC design and verification, with a strong focus on digital design methodologies.
• Proficient in hardware description languages, with experience in simulation and synthesis tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with FPGA prototyping and hardware-software co-design methodologies.
• Knowledge of low-power design techniques and methodologies.
• Experience with system-level design and architecture, particularly in multi-core and multi-threaded environments.

Please note: You must have full UK working rights to be considered for this role.

For more information, please contact Rachel Mason at IC Resources.