Senior SOC RTL Design Engineer

Arm; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a passionate Design Engineer to join their innovative team, shaping the future of System-on-Chip (SoC) designs. This role involves developing micro-architecture specifications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging your expertise in digital design to drive impactful projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background and extensive experience in designing complex computing subsystems, contributing to a collaborative environment that promotes creativity and success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in complex subsystems or SoCs design.
• Strong knowledge of digital hardware design and Verilog HDL.
• Experience with SoC development and creating design specifications.

Responsibilities

• Writing micro-architecture specifications and developing RTL.
• Collaborating with verification teams and guiding project completion.
• Helping improve subsystem performance and contribute to design methodologies.

Skills

Digital hardware design

Verilog HDL

Perl

Python

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Job Description

If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of design technology and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we invite you to join our team as a Design Engineer. Join us to be part of our journey in shaping the future of SoC design and innovation.

Responsibilities

• As a creative design engineer with knowledge of subsystems and SoCs, you will be part of a team integrating IP and developing logic for SoCs.
• You will work with the project team to understand and review the architecture, and develop the design specifications.
• Your key responsibilities will include writing micro-architecture specifications, developing RTL, fixing bugs, and running various design checks.
• You will work with the verification team to review test plans and help debug design issues.
• You will collaborate with the performance analysis team to evaluate and improve subsystem performance.
• You will contribute to developing and enhancing the design methodologies used by the team.
• You will guide and support other team members as needed to ensure successful project completion.
• You will also coordinate with Project Management on activities, plans, and schedules.

Required Skills and Experience

• Possession of a Bachelor's or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience working on the design of complex compute subsystems or SoCs, including:
  • Strong knowledge of digital hardware design and Verilog HDL.
  • Experience with design techniques for complex SoC development.
  • Creating design specifications.
  • Developing RTL for SoC projects.
  • Proficiency with Perl, Python, or other scripting languages.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience with ARM-based designs and/or ARM System Architectures.
• Experience integrating subsystems such as PCIe, LPDDR, HBM, UCIe, Ethernet.
• Experience with SystemVerilog and verification methodologies like UVM/OVM.
• Leadership experience in small teams or projects.
• Knowledge in areas such as synthesis and timing analysis, static design checks (CDC, RDC, X-Propagation, Linting), power management techniques, DFT, and physical implementation.

In Return

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Accommodations at Arm

If you need adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]. Your information will be kept confidential, and support may include breaks, document reading, or office accessibility.

Hybrid Working at Arm

Our hybrid working model supports both high performance and personal wellbeing, allowing teams to determine their patterns based on work and needs. Details will be shared upon application, considering local regulations.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.