Silicon Design Engineer
Job Description:
Silicon Design Engineer
Location: Bristol, Cambridge, or Manchester
Overview:
Join a cutting-edge technology team shaping next-generation mobile, smart, and connected solutions. As a Silicon Design Engineer, you'll design, optimise, and debug complex hardware modules, ensuring high performance, efficiency, and reliability.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimise digital silicon designs in collaboration with verification and validation teams.
 - Define microarchitecture specifications and execution plans.
 - Balance performance trade-offs (speed, power, area) through in-depth analysis.
 - Participate in design reviews and contribute to a high-quality design environment.
 - Utilise industry-leading tools and methodologies to enhance silicon design.
 
About You:
You are a proactive problem solver with a strong technical background in silicon design. A skilled communicator and collaborator, you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
Required Skills:
- Expertise in digital IC design and RTL at IP or SoC level.
 - Proficiency in ASIC/FPGA design tools and optimisation techniques.
 - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
 
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with verification methodologies (UVM, assertions, formal verification).
 - Knowledge of CPU/GPU/DSP architectures.
 - Proficiency in SystemVerilog, C, Python, or scripting languages.
 
Required Skills:
Perl Analysis Performance Metrics Debugging Training Programs Ownership Partnerships Communication Skills Validation Analytical Skills Reviews Metrics Reliability Optimization Writing Specifications C C++ Software Testing Python Design English Training Communication