R&D IC Designer

Socket.dev; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Broadcom in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced engineer to design and develop integrated circuits, overseeing ASIC development from definition through documentation.

You will determine architecture and logic design, set system simulations, and define interfaces for simulation while coordinating with vendors. The role involves analyzing process flow, timing, and power, with collaboration across teams to deliver high-quality ASICs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science with 5+ years of related experience or Masters degree in Engineering/Computer Science with 3+ years of related experience or PhD in Engineering/Computer Science with no years experience
• Experience and fully qualified in own function plus working knowledge of others.
• Applies in-depth job knowledge to a wide range of multiple or complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Designs and develops integrated circuits; oversees ASIC development from definition to documentation.
• Determines architecture design, logic design, and system simulation; defines module interfaces for simulation.
• Analyzes process flow from high-level design to synthesis, place and route, and timing/power use; reviews vendor capability as needed.
• Plan activities with team; work independently and provide regular updates to the manager.

Skills

ASIC design

System design

Verification

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science

Master's degree in Engineering/Computer Science

PhD in Engineering/Computer Science

Tools

Verilog

VHDL

Synthesis tools

Job description

Job Description:

• Designs and develops integrated circuits. Oversees definition, design, verification, and documentation for ASIC development. Determines architecture design, logic design, and system simulation. Defines module interfaces/formats for simulation. Contributes to the development of multidimensional designs involving the layout of complex integrated circuits. Evaluates all aspects of the process flow from high-level design to synthesis, place and route, and timing and power use. Analyzes equipment to establish operation data, conducts experimental tests, and evaluates results. May also review vendor capability to support development. Responsible for the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.


• Experience and fully qualified in own function plus working knowledge of others.


• Applies in-depth job knowledge to a wide range of multiple or complex tasks.


• Knowledge of company policies and practices - Job Complexity / Contribution: Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.


• May assist more junior staff members with aspects of their job.


• May coordinate work with third parties, vendors, or trade customers.


• Plan activities with other team members - Supervision: Work is independent and collaborative in nature. Provides regular updates to manager on project/account status.


• No instructions on routine work; general guidelines for new assignments - Experience: Bachelors and 5+ years of related experience or Masters degree and 3+ years of related experience or PhD and no experience.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science and 5+ years of related experience or Masters degree in Engineering/Computer Science and 3+ years of related experience or PhD in Engineering/Computer Science and no years experience

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 91,100.00 To USD 146,000.00

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.

Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.

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