R&D IC Design Engineer
Description For R&D IC Design Engineer
Broadcom, a global leader in semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions, is seeking a Senior R&D IC Design Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on developing chips for Physical Layer Products in High Speed Optical Communication.
The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in the semiconductor industry, with a focus on high-speed optical communication systems including 10G to 800G Ethernet and OTN networks. You'll be responsible for architecting block level designs, performing complex RTL coding, and ensuring successful silicon validation.
As an ideal candidate, you'll bring extensive experience in digital circuit design, particularly in areas such as ARM subsystems, FEC design, and digital signal processing. The role requires both technical expertise and strong collaborative skills, as you'll be working with teams across different time zones.
The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $107,000 to $171,000 annually, plus additional benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and equity opportunities. You'll be joining a company that values innovation and technical excellence, with opportunities to work on projects that shape the future of digital communications.
This role is perfect for an experienced engineer who enjoys hands-on IC development work and thrives in a collaborative environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on full-cycle chip development, from initial specifications through to silicon production qualification. The position requires a minimum of 8 years of experience with a BS degree or 6 years with an MS/PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
Broadcom offers a comprehensive benefits package and promotes an inclusive work environment, considering qualified applicants regardless of background. The position is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, where you'll work alongside industry experts in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities For R&D IC Design Engineer
- Architect block level design specifications from marketing/system requirements
- Prepare detailed design documents and timing constraint files
- Perform RTL coding, Lint checks, CDC, Synthesis, Equivalency checking
- Handle STA, RTL/gate level simulations & silicon debug
- Create scripts for various IC design tasks
- Prepare block level resource requirements & development schedule
- Generate verification & test plans for design validation
- Perform design tradeoff analysis
- Silicon bring up and validation, ATE program bring up
Requirements For R&D IC Design Engineer
- B.S degree in EE or Computer Engineering with 8 years experience, or M.S/Ph.D with 6 years experience
- Good knowledge of ARM subsystem
- Good knowledge of high speed digital circuit design
- Good knowledge of digital upsampling/downsampling
- Good knowledge of 10G/100G/200G/400G/800G Ethernet and OTN network
- Good knowledge on FEC (Forward Error Correction) design
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with hands-on lab debugging experiences
- Good knowledge of RTL simulation and synthesis
- Knowledge in Verilog, VHDL, Unix/Perl Scripting or Python, and C
- Self-motivated with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work with remote teams across different time zones
Benefits For R&D IC Design Engineer
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick leave
- Vacation time
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Equity compensation
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