RTL Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 1, 2026.
About the role
Design the RTL that defines our AI accelerator. You'll architect and implement the digital blocks - compute datapath, memory subsystem, on-chip interconnect, and control logic - from microarchitecture spec through synthesis-ready, timing-clean RTL, and own those blocks end-to-end with architecture, DV, physical design, and DFT all the way to silicon.
What You'll Do:
- Own RTL design of digital blocks/subsystems for our accelerator - microarchitecture definition, SystemVerilog implementation, and integration
- Translate architectural specs into efficient, synthesizable RTL that meets power/performance/area (PPA) targets
- Drive microarchitecture trade-offs - pipelining, datapath vs. control, clock/power gating - for high-performance, low-power design
- Partner with DV on verification, PD on synthesis/timing/floorplan closure, and DFT on testability
- Own block-level quality: synthesis, timing/constraints (SDC, STA), lint, and CDC signoff
- Contribute to architecture definition and design reviews; debug across simulation, emulation, and post-silicon bring-up
- Use and develop AI-assisted tool flows to accelerate design and verification
What We're Looking For
- Strong digital-design fundamentals and expert Verilog/SystemVerilog RTL
- 5+ years designing complex digital blocks/SoCs taken to silicon
- Solid microarchitecture skills - pipelining, datapath/control, FIFOs, arbitration, memory subsystems, on-chip interconnect/NoC
- Synthesis & timing awareness - writing synthesizable RTL, SDC constraints, STA, clock/power gating, CDC, lint
- Demonstrated collaboration with DV, PD, and DFT across the full RTL2GDS flow to tapeout
- Scripting (Python/Tcl/) for design automation
- (Optional) AI/ML accelerator or high-performance compute-datapath design; low-power techniques (UPF); high-speed interfaces (HBM, PCIe, SerDes); advanced nodes (7nm or better); RISC-V/CPU design; FPGA prototyping
Compensation
Final offers depend on level, location, and skills relevant to the role. Additional compensation: equity grant per company guidelines; medical / dental / vision; 401(k); standard PTO.
Visa Sponsorship
DensityAI sponsors qualified candidates for H-1B, O-1, TN, E-3, and other employment-based visas, and we welcome applicants on F-1 OPT and STEM-OPT. Work authorization is required at start; we provide immigration support to secure or transfer status.
Export Controls
Aspects of this role may involve access to information subject to U.S. export controls (EAR/ITAR). We may discuss licensing or scope adjustments during the interview.
Equal Opportunity
DensityAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40+), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. We comply with the California CROWN Act and provide reasonable accommodations on request.
Full compensation packages are based on candidate experience and relevant certifications.
California pay range
$215,000—$300,000 USD
Compensation
Final offers depend on level, location, and skills relevant to the role. Additional compensation: equity grant per company guidelines; medical / dental / vision; 401(k); standard PTO.
Visa Sponsorship
DensityAI sponsors qualified candidates for H-1B, O-1, TN, E-3, and other employment-based visas, and we welcome applicants on F-1 OPT and STEM-OPT. Work authorization is required at start; we provide immigration support to secure or transfer status.
Export Controls
Aspects of this role may involve access to information subject to U.S. export controls (EAR/ITAR). We may discuss licensing or scope adjustments during the interview.
Equal Opportunity
DensityAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40+), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. We comply with the California CROWN Act and provide reasonable accommodations on request.