ASIC Developer

Ericsson GmbH; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Stock Purchase Plan

Educational assistance

Job summary

Ericsson’s Accelerator IP team in Austin, TX is seeking a Senior RTL Design Engineer to own the microarchitecture of next‑generation L1 accelerators from concept to silicon. You will translate DSP/FEC algorithms into high‑performance SystemVerilog, balancing power, area and throughput while leading IP blocks end‑to‑end—from specification to delivery.

Join a small, elite team where your ideas shape world‑class telecom hardware.

Qualifications

• Several years of RTL design in complex ASIC/IP environments.
• Expert SystemVerilog/Verilog skills for efficient designs.
• End-to-end ASIC flow mastery: coding, linting, CDC, synthesis, timing closure.
• Proven ability to distill DSP, FEC, or L1 processing into high‑performance hardware.
• Comfort with both code and high‑level architecture strategies.
• A collaborative mindset in a close-knit team.

Responsibilities

• Transform high-level architectural vision into blazing-fast, reliable RTL (SystemVerilog/Verilog).
• Take complete ownership of major IP blocks—specification, microarchitecture, RTL creation, synthesis, and delivery.
• Act as the go-to technical lead for verification, backend/PD, and architecture teams.
• Drive optimizations to balance power, area, and throughput without compromising innovation.
• Lead critical design decisions that steer the next generation of telecom hardware.

Skills

RTL design

SystemVerilog

ASIC flow

DSP/FEC to hardware

Architectural strategy

collaboration

Job description

Senior RTL Design Engineer – Accelerator IP

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid; on‑site)

Your Next Big Challenge

Join Ericsson’s Accelerator IP team in Austin, TX as a Senior RTL Design Engineer and own the microarchitecture of next‑generation L1 accelerators from blank page to silicon. If you thrive on translating complex DSP/FEC algorithms into high-performance SystemVerilog, making tough power/area/throughput trade-offs, and delivering end‑to‑end IP in a lean, high-impact team—this is the role where your work will be seen and felt across world‑class telecom products

Step into a role where you’re not just another engineer—you’re a core architect of breakthrough telecom hardware. At Ericsson’s Accelerator IP team, we’re designing custom microarchitecture accelerators for EMCA L1 processing that push the boundaries of performance and innovation.

What you’ll do

Here, you’ll work in a small, elite team where your ideas shape products used worldwide—and your contributions have a direct line to impact. Forget being siloed: you’ll own major blocks end‑to‑end, from the first spark of concept to the final hand‑off.

If you thrive on turning complex algorithms into cutting‑edge hardware and enjoy the adrenaline of building something from the ground up, this is your arena.

• Transform high‑level architectural vision into blazing‑fast, reliable RTL (SystemVerilog/Verilog).
• Take complete ownership of major IP blocks—specification, microarchitecture, RTL creation, synthesis, and delivery.
• Act as the go‑to technical lead for verification, backend/PD, and architecture teams.
• Drive optimizations to balance power, area, and throughput without compromising innovation.
• Lead critical design decisions that steer the next generation of telecom hardware.

What you’ll bring

• Several years of RTL design in complex ASIC/IP environments.
• Expert SystemVerilog/Verilog skills—and a passion for crafting elegant, efficient designs.
• End‑to‑end ASIC flow mastery: coding, linting, CDC, synthesis, timing closure.
• Proven ability to distill DSP, FEC, or other L1 processing algorithms into high‑performance hardware.
• Equally comfortable deep‑diving into code and shaping high‑level architecture strategies.
• A collaborative powerhouse who thrives in an intense, creative, close‑knit environment.

You’ll be shaping products that power world‑class telecom systems in an environment where creativity meets precision. Expect autonomy, impact, and the thrill of seeing your designs come alive in cutting‑edge hardware.

Ready to Build the Future?

Ericsson uses a merit‑based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [e-mail].

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson

Your Pay: The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job‑related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience. The salary range for this position is $117,000 to $175,000

• LOCATION: Texas, USA

Short‑Term Variable Compensation Plan (select STV or SIP): Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro‑ration rules apply.

Your Health

Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.

Your Financial Security

We invest in both your short and long‑term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short‑term and long‑term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.

Your Time

Your work‑life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro‑rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.

Additional Benefits

Ericsson offers many other company‑paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.