Senior Front-end ASIC Engineer

Job Juncture; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in San Jose is seeking an experienced Senior Front-end ASIC Design Engineer to take ownership of the full ASIC/SoC lifecycle from specifications to delivery. Candidates should possess strong expertise in ARM-based systems, SoC security architecture, and excellent communication skills for customer interactions. The company offers a dynamic work environment with significant contributions and a variety of technology projects. Salary ranges from $180,000 to $230,000 annually, with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of SoC security architecture in ARM-based systems.
• Strong experience with ARM CoreSight debug architecture and external debug interfaces.
• Experience implementing ARM RAS features: error detection and fault injection.

Responsibilities

• Lead ASIC/SoC architecture and micro-architecture development.
• Collaborate closely with customers to refine requirements.
• Drive design reviews and cross-functional technical alignment.

Skills

SoC security architecture

ARM-based systems

Debug expertise

Communication skills

Education

BSEE

MSEE or advanced degree

Tools

ARM CoreSight

cryptographic engines

Job description

Our client, a cutting-edge developer of custom ASICs and SoCs for emerging technologies, is seeking a Senior Front-end ASIC Design Engineer to join their growing team in San Jose. This role is ideal for engineers with stable work histories, strong customer-facing experience, and a track record of owning the full ASIC/SoC lifecycle from initial specifications through delivery. Experience working in small, fast-moving companies is highly valued. Exposure to chiplets and datacenter applications is a strong plus.

Responsibilities:

• Lead ASIC/SoC architecture and micro-architecture development from concept through production
• Collaborate closely with customers to refine requirements and ensure successful delivery
• Drive design reviews, documentation, verification support, and cross-functional technical alignment
• Provide technical leadership across security, debug, and RAS features in ARM-based systems

Qualifications

Required Expertise:

• Security: Deep knowledge of SoC security architecture in ARM-based systems, including hardware Root-of-Trust, Secure Boot, ARM TrustZone, MMU/MPU, cryptographic engines, secure debug, TRNG, OTP/fuses, and tamper detection
• Debug: Strong experience with ARM CoreSight debug architecture trace components, external debug interfaces, software tools; secure debug expertise highly desired
• RAS: Hands‑on experience implementing ARM RAS features: error detection, reporting/poisoning, fault injection, and interconnect/fabric error management

Qualifications:

• BSEE required; MSEE or advanced degree preferred
• Senior‑level background in ASIC/SoC development with full project ownership
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface directly with customers

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Leading custom ASIC and SoC development company with a pipeline of new technology projects for top companies. Employees are real contributors, often working independently or as part of a small team. Will work of full project lifecycle from inception to tape out.

Salary Type: Annual Salary

Salary Min: $180000

Salary Max: $230000

Currency Type: USD