SOC Project Manager

Michael Page; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing multinational automotive brand is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a chip design team in Malaysia. The role involves overseeing the full chip design lifecycle and collaborating with product managers and customers. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of ASIC/SoC design experience, including leadership roles. This position includes opportunities to work on cutting-edge infotainment systems within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work within a multinational corporation

Permanent position in Petaling Jaya

Exposure to impactful SOC projects

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in ASIC/SoC design, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in RTL design, FPGA prototyping, simulation, synthesis, and timing analysis.
• Strong knowledge of SoC architecture and bus protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of front-end design engineers.
• Oversee the full chip design lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define chip specifications.

Skills

Leadership

RTL design (Verilog/SystemVerilog)

FPGA prototyping

Simulation and synthesis

Communication skills in English and Chinese

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

EDA tools

Scripting (TCL, Perl)

Job description

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Lead and manage a team of front-end design engineers, providing technical guidance, career development, and performance feedback.
• Oversee the full chip design lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture definition, RTL design, verification, and support for back-end implementation.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and customers to define chip specifications and ensure alignment with business and technical goals.
• Develop and maintain project plans, track progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to meet project timelines and quality standards.
• Drive technical decisions related to microarchitecture, IP selection, and design trade-offs (e.g., performance, power, area).
• Establish and optimize design methodologies, tools, and workflows to improve team efficiency and design quality.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including verification, back-end physical design, software, and testing, to ensure seamless integration and successful tape-out.
• Review design deliverables, participate in technical reviews, and ensure compliance with design standards and best practices.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes in chip design to inform technical strategies.
• Prepare and present project status reports, technical documentation, and design reviews to internal stakeholders and senior management.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in ASIC/SoC design, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in RTL design (Verilog/SystemVerilog), FPGA prototyping, simulation, synthesis, and timing analysis.
• Strong knowledge of SoC architecture, IP integration, and bus protocols (e.g., AMBA, AXI, PCIe).
• Proven track record of leading end-to-end chip design projects with multiple successful tape-outs.
• Familiarity with ASIC design flows and cross-functional integration.
• Proficiency in EDA tools and scripting (e.g., TCL, Perl).
• Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
• Strong problem-solving, prioritization, and decision-making abilities in dynamic environments.

About the Company

A fast-growing multinational automotive brand is establishing a new electronics division in Malaysia focused on next-generation infotainment systems. This initiative includes advanced chip design and embedded software development, aimed at delivering cutting‑edge in‑vehicle experiences. We're seeking talented engineers and innovators to be part of this strategic expansion, contributing to the development of high-performance SoCs, system architecture, and smart cockpit solutions.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within a large and established multinational corporation (MNC).
• Permanent position based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.
• Exposure to challenging and impactful SOC projects within the industrial and manufacturing sector.