Senior Principal Digital IC Design Engineer

As the Principal Digital IC Design Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's product lines, driving innovation, and ensuring technical excellence.

In this senior-level role, your leadership and technical expertise will guide project success, from initial architecture through to final implementation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Architect, specify, implement, simulate, and benchmark MCU, DSP systems, and hardware accelerators that push the boundaries of technology.
• Spearhead improvements in design methodology and workflows, ensuring the team stays at the cutting edge of semiconductor development.
• Collaborate with product integration teams to define, integrate, and optimize these systems.
• Lead the verification process and FPGA prototyping of systems to ensure robust and reliable designs.
• Coordinate closely with the software team to guide SDK development for these systems, enabling seamless software-hardware integration.

We are looking for an innovative and experienced Principal IC Digital Design Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge technologies and a track record of delivering high-impact semiconductor designs.

Ideal candidates will possess :

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5 to 8+ years of experience in semiconductor product development, with leadership responsibilities.
• Expertise in embedded CPUs (e.g., ARM Cortex, DSP), and AMBA bus protocols (AHB / APB).
• Extensive experience in RTL design of digital IP blocks and systems, using Verilog / SystemVerilog.
• Knowledge in RISC-V architecture,
• Deep knowledge of design intent methodologies, including timing constraints (SDC) and power intent (UPF).
• Proven ability to write high-quality technical documentation and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Fluent English is required; French is a plus.

Bonus Skills :

• Experience with CPU / MCU design, SystemRDL, or IP-XACT.
• Hands-on programming experience in Python (for automation) and C / C++ (for embedded systems).
• Familiarity with the full RTL-to-GDS flow, including logic synthesis, place-and-route, STA, and power analysis.
• Knowledge of advanced digital verification methodologies, such as UVM.
• A proactive approach to innovation, with a desire to continuously improve processes and outcomes.

Why Join our client's R&D HUB in Neuchatel ?

By joining our client, you will be a part of a global technology leader that :

• Operates across 20+ manufacturing sites globally, including a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and North America.
• Is recognized for its leadership in automotive and industrial semiconductor solutions , particularly in electric vehicle (EV) technologies and energy efficiency solutions like SiC and GaN.
• Has a forward-thinking approach to sustainability and energy-efficient solutions, helping drive a more sustainable future.
• Collaborates with some of the world's largest automotive brands, including Tesla and Volkswagen , playing a key role in autonomous driving and electric mobility .
• Celebrates a culture of innovation, reflected in its award-winning sensor technologies and power management solutions.
• Enjoy an excellent quality of life in Switzerland , known for its stunning landscapes, world-class healthcare, top-rated education system, and a high standard of living, while working at our R&D center in the beautiful Canton de Neuchâtel .
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