Digital Design Engineer

Silicon Labs Norway AS; Oslo; On-site; NOK 479,000 - 890,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly social events

Sport activities

Hack a Gecko (innovation day)

Weekly info meetings

Volunteer days

Vacation 5 weeks + holidays

Parking facilities

Flexible working hours

Free mobile phone

Strong culture

Job summary

Silicon Labs Norway seeks a Digital Design Engineer to join the Oslo Digital Design Team. You will help define and deliver digital features across RTL design, verification, and integration, collaborating with verification, analog, software and product teams. Strong HDL skills and a foundation in digital design are essential.

Recent graduates are welcome; the role emphasizes learning, initiative, and teamwork in a collaborative environment within the Oslo office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or master in a relevant field.
• Foundations in digital logic and computer architecture.
• HDL experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog or VHDL.
• Familiarity with synthesis, timing, and power/area tradeoffs.
• Experience with Linux and scripting is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement and deliver key digital features for Silicon Labs.
• Collaborate with digital verification, analog, software and product teams.
• Engage in RTL design, verification, synthesis and integration.
• Contribute to architecture, timing, and power/area optimization; formal verification.

Skills

Digital design basics

Analytical skills

English communication

Team player

Learning mindset

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Verilog/SystemVerilog

VHDL

Job description

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com.

How Silicon Labs Norway Works: We are an elite team of IC Design, IC Validation, Software and HW/Tools engineers focused on developing and validating key components of the Silicon Labs IoT product portfolio. Our team has a deep understanding of all aspects of our MCU and Wireless products, from design to delivering a complete customer friendly system. Silicon Labs EFR32 and EFM32 MCU and Wireless product portfolios both originate from the Norway team. We take great pride in the technology that we deliver. We have a passion for what we do and always seek out better ways to serve our customers.

How the Oslo Digital Design Team Works

The Digital Design team in Oslo is part of the Digital Subsystems (DSS) group at Silicon Labs. The DSS group is responsible for the research and development of digital architectures and IP from concept through production. We develop processors (including RISC-V), compute engines for AI/ML, accelerators, peripherals, and system IP. The Oslo team also develops digital designs that interface with analog and mixed-signal modules. This work requires close collaboration with analog design, verification, and software teams. Our activities include advanced research and development, architecture, RTL design, timing, power, and area optimization, and formal verification within an automated framework. We value innovation, simplicity, quality, and smart development processes within a highly collaborative and learning-driven team.

Why this position matters

The Internet of Things is a fast-growing and innovative market. Silicon Labs develops highly integrated, market-leading mixed-signal SoCs for IoT applications that are used in millions of products worldwide. The Oslo Digital Design team plays an important role in developing the technology behind these products. As a Digital Design Engineer, you will work with digital verification, analog design, software, and product teams to define, implement, and deliver key digital features for Silicon Labs.

What makes You a great fit

You would be a great fit for this position if you are a motivated and curious recent graduate with a foundation in digital design. You are interested in learning the complete digital IC design flow, from specification and microarchitecture through RTL implementation, verification, synthesis, and integration. You enjoy solving technical problems, collaborating with others, and communicating your ideas clearly. You do not need to know everything on day one; we value strong fundamentals, initiative, and a willingness to learn.

Desired Skills

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field; recent graduates and students approaching graduation are encouraged to apply
• Foundation in digital logic, computer architecture, or embedded systems
• Coursework or project experience with an HDL such as Verilog/ SystemVerilog or VHDL, with an interest in developing strong RTL design skills
• Understanding of combinational and sequential logic, finite-state machines, clock and reset concepts, and common digital interfaces
• Exposure to digital verification through simulation, testbenches, assertions, or formal methods is an advantage
• Familiarity with synthesis, timing, and power/area tradeoffs is an advantage
• Interest in digital design that interfaces with analog and mixed-signal circuitry; university coursework in analog electronics or circuit design is preferred, but not mandatory
• Experience with Linux and scripting languages (e.g., Python, bash, etc.) is an advantage

Personal Profile

• Good written and oral communication skills in English
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Enthusiastic, curious, creative, and eager to learn
• Collaborative team player who takes ownership of assigned work

What You’ll Get

• Monthly social gathering like summer and new year’s parties, celebrations, team building and happy hours (“lønningspils”)
• Weekly sport activities like cageball, indoor climbing and running
• Monthly innovation day - “Hack a Gecko” (hack-a-thon event for fun and learning)
• Weekly info meeting for all employees
• Paid volunteer days
• 5 weeks of vacation, plus Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• Parking for car, motorbike and bikes available
• Flexible working hours
• Free mobile telephone
• An amazing culture with skilled colleagues

The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between kr479,150 - kr889,850. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.

Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. At Silicon Labs, we hire and empower great talent to achieve their full potential. By offering challenging projects, technical mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities, we ensure our employees thrive at every stage of their careers. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the industry’s brightest minds, tackling complex problems that deepen your expertise and expand your horizons. Whether you’re building new skills or shaping your career path, we’re dedicated to supporting your growth and celebrating your success every step of the way.