Principal Logical Design Engineer

Principal Logical Design Engineer

Remote, anywhere in Italy

About the Role

My Client is looking for an exceptional Principal Logical Design Engineer to play a key leadership role in the development of complex and high-performance digital subsystems. In this role, you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to define, architect, and implement innovative solutions that drive cutting-edge AI hardware forward.

This is a high-impact position for an experienced engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is eager to push the boundaries of silicon design.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with architecture teams to define specifications and requirements for next-generation silicon components.
• Architect and implement advanced micro-architectures, ensuring optimal performance, power, and area (PPA).
• Lead the logical design process from concept to tape-out, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Coordinate Logical Design (LD) sub-teams, managing dependencies and ensuring projects are well-resourced.
• Actively contribute to design reviews, bringing technical expertise to enhance design quality.

Required Skills & Experience

• 15+ years of experience in silicon logical design, with a strong track record of successful tape-outs.
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Deep expertise in front-end ASIC design, including:
- SystemVerilog advanced coding techniques and best practices
- Linting, synthesis, timing analysis, and physical constraints
- SVA for design, formal property checking
- Understanding of DFT (Design for Testability)
- Development of design flows, best practices, and efficiency guidelines
• Mastery of EDA tools for design and verification.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, TCL) for automation.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.

If you have experience of PCIe, UCIe, Ethernet, LPDDR5/6 GDDR7, would be beneficial, but not essential.

For more information, please get in touch.