ASIC Digital Designer (HSE-TS-IMS-2026-189-GRAE)

Job Descriptionbr/br/pCERN designs, develops, and operates particle accelerators and experiments for scientific research to understand the fundamental laws of the universe. These activities may generate stray radiation due to the interaction between beams and matter. The radiation detectors installed close to the various beam lines and targets allow CERN to accurately monitor radiation levels. Within the HSE-TS-IMS Section at CERN, the team is responsible for the design and development of this specialised equipment, as well as its installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance. /ppRadiation monitoring is essential to enable CERN to operate its accelerator complex and related experiments while fulfilling its legal obligations to protect the public, people working on the CERN site, and the environment. In this stringent context, the TS-IMS Section is developing a new generation of ASICs to interface ionisation chamber signals with safety-critical monitoring systems, meeting challenging performance and reliability requirements. /ppstrongYour responsibilities /strong /ppYou will work among a team of engineers and technicians to: /pulliDesign, simulate, and verify the digital architecture of the next-generation ASIC front-end. /liliPrepare RTL designs for tapeout using open-source EDA flows, including floorplanning and physical design preparation. /liliSupport post-fabrication bring-up, system characterisation, and functional/performance validation. /liliCollaborate closely with analogue, verification, and SoC integration teams to ensure seamless system-level compatibility. /li /ulpstrongYour profile /strong /pulliHands-on experience with open-source ASIC EDA flows (Yosys, OpenROAD, LibreLane, etc.) from RTL to GDSII. /liliExperience with floorplanning, constraint definition, and physical design preparation for tapeout. /liliPost-tapeout prototype bring-up and hardware debugging experience is advantageous. /liliActive contributions to open-source hardware projects or EDA toolchains are advantageous. /liliExperience developing SoC submodules is advantageous. /li /ulpuSkills /u /pulliHDL design and simulation in VHDL, Verilog, or SystemVerilog. /liliGood team player: collaboration skills across analogue, digital, verification, and SoC teams. /liliProficiency in Git, CI/CD pipelines, and automated verification workflows. /liliKnowledge of RISC-V architecture. /liliFamiliarity with mixed-signal integration and digital interface protocols. /liliComfort with Linux-based development environments and scripting for automation (Python, Bash, etc.). /liliSpoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. /li /ulpuEligibility criteria: /u /pulliYou are a national of a a CERN Member or Associate Member State /a. /lilistronguBy the application deadline, /u /strong you have a strongmaximum of two years of professional experience since graduation /strong in Electronics (or a related field) stronguand /u your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor's or Master's degree /strong. /liliYou have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before. /liliApplicants without University degree are not eligible. /liliApplicants with a PhD are not eligible. /li /ulbrAdditional Informationbr/br/pJob closing date: strong at 23:59 CEST. /strong /ppContract duration: 24 months /ppWorking hours: 40 hours per week /ppJob flexibility: Hybrid /ppTarget start date: 01-October-2026 /ppJob reference: HSE-TS-IMS- -GRAE /ppField of work: Electrical or Electronics Engineering /ppBenchmark job: - Electronics Engineer /p pstrongGlobal Benefits /strong /pulliA monthly stipend between Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree. /lili30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure. /liliCoverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. /liliFamily, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances. /liliA relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances. /liliPossibility to extend your contract up to 36 months. /liliOn-the-job and formal training including language classes. /li /ulpstrongOverview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible! /strong /ppAt CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. /ppEvery day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success. /ppIf you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! strongTAKE PART! /strong /ppstrongMore information about us, here: /stronga strongcareers.cern /strong /a /p