Digital Design Engineer

Company Overview:

Axonne Inc. is an innovative fabless Silicon Valley semiconductor design company specializing in the development of cutting-edge high-speed networking solutions for the automotive and robotics industries. With a focus on driving digital transformation, Axonne combines advanced research with practical applications to create products that enhance connectivity, data transfer, security, and system integration, facilitating the realization of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Axonne continues to be a trusted partner for organizations seeking to future-proof their value proposition and unlock new possibilities and opportunities for growth and success.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Digital Design Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in the architecture, design, and development of ASICs for high-speed network applications in the automotive domain. You'll work cross-functionally to bring advanced digital designs from concept through tape-out, helping shape the future of automotive technology.

Key Responsibilities

ASIC Design & Architecture

• Define ASIC architecture, microarchitecture, and design specifications.
• Drive and contribute to ASIC development from concept to tape-out.

RTL Design

• Design and implement digital logic using Verilog and/or VHDL.
• Optimize data paths, control logic, and interface blocks for performance and efficiency.

Simulation & Verification

• Develop comprehensive test plans, testbenches, and assertions for functional verification.
• Perform simulations using industry-standard tools to validate design functionality and performance.

Collaboration

• Work closely with analog/mixed-signal, verification, software, and systems teams to ensure successful integration.
• Support silicon bring-up and debug, and assist in production validation activities.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure designs meet automotive industry standards including ISO 26262.
• Integrate safety and functional requirements into the design and verification process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in ASIC design, preferably within the semiconductor or automotive sector.
• Proficient in RTL design using Verilog and/or VHDL.
• Strong grasp of digital logic design, pipelining, and clock domain crossing.
• Experience with SystemVerilog and testbench development.
• Familiarity with Ethernet Layer 2 protocols such as IEEE 802.1Q, PTP, and TSN.
• Proficient with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys, Mentor).
• Ability to develop directed and constrained-random tests, BFMs, monitors, and scoreboards.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills; collaborative team player.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 26262 or other automotive functional safety standards.
• Exposure to silicon bring-up, lab debug, and characterization.
• Background in high-speed serial interfaces or network-on-chip architectures.

Axonne is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-growing automotive semiconductor startup and contribute to the development of cutting-edge ASIC technology that powers the future of automotive E/E Architecture innovation. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team!

Note: Axonne does not accept unsolicited referrals from recruitment agencies for all open positions.