Senior Principal Engineer SoC Design
Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced System-on-Chip (SoC) Designer with 15+ years of expertise to lead architecture and design of advanced SoCs for embedded applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in ARM-based microcontrollers, low-power design techniques, and proficiency with multiple interfaces and security IPs. This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical expertise and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Define and drive SoC architecture, including CPU subsystems, interconnects, and memory hierarchy.
Hands-on design work: RTL coding, debugging, and design reviews.
Lead RTL design, verification, and synthesis for complex SoCs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams for hardware/software integration.
Mentor technical teams and guide design best practices.
Ensure PPA optimization and compliance with industry standards.
Required Qualifications:
Experience: 15+ years in SoC design and architecture with successful tape-outs of multiple SoCs.
Technical Skills:
Strong expertise in ARM-based microcontrollers and SoC integration.
Proficiency in RTL (Verilog/SystemVerilog), synthesis, timing closure.
Comfortable working with Synthesis/STA/Physical Design/Package teams during SoC design
Familiarity with EDA tools (Synopsys, Cadence).
Deep knowledge of low-power design techniques.
Experience with multiple interfaces: SPI, I²C, UART, USB, PCIe, Ethernet, CAN, eSPI.
Knowledge of Flash memory integration.
Additional experience with cryptographic accelerators or security IPs.
Familiarity with common Analog IPs used in microcontroller design (e.g., ADC, DAC, PLLs, LDOs).
Soft Skills:
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
Education: Bachelors or Master’s in Microelectronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering