An experienced Digital Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing digital logic circuits and systems for semiconductor, FPGA, or ASIC-based products. The role involves working across the full design cycle—from specification and RTL design to verification, synthesis, and silicon validation.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop RTL (Register Transfer Level) code using Verilog/SystemVerilog/VHDL
- Architect and implement complex digital blocks and subsystems
- Perform functional verification using simulation tools and methodologies (UVM/OVM)
- Develop and execute testbenches and validation plans
- Perform logic synthesis, timing analysis, and area optimization
- Debug and troubleshoot design issues at RTL, gate, and silicon levels
- Collaborate with verification, physical design, and firmware teams
- Ensure designs meet power, performance, and area (PPA) targets
- Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions
- Work with EDA tools for design implementation and validation
- Support post-silicon validation and bring-up activities
Technical Skills
Required Skills & Expertise
- Strong proficiency in:
- Verilog / SystemVerilog / VHDL
- Experience with:
- RTL design and simulation tools (ModelSim, VCS, Xcelium)
- Synthesis tools (Design Compiler, Genus)
- Static Timing Analysis (PrimeTime)
- Understanding of:
- Digital logic design concepts
- FSMs, pipelining, clock domain crossing (CDC)
- Low-power design techniques
- Knowledge of:
- FPGA/ASIC design flow
- Bus protocols (AXI, AHB, APB)
- Experience in debugging using:
- Waveform tools (Verdi, SimVision)
Preferred Skills
- Experience with UVM-based verification methodology
- Familiarity with DFT (Design for Testability) concepts
- Exposure to scripting languages like Python, Perl, or TCL
- Knowledge of hardware-software co-design
- Experience in high-speed interfaces or SoC design
Experience Requirements
- Typically 10+ years of experience in digital design or ASIC/FPGA development
- Proven track record of successful tape-outs or product deliveries
Education
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
- Electronics Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- VLSI Design
- Computer Engineering
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
- Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
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