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Analog Devices, Inc.

Principal Chip Lead

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$181 - $262/hr

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Astera Labs

Chip Lead, Senior Director

San Jose, CA · On-site

Drive chip development execution from RTL to GDSII, ensuring architecture, implementation, and tapeout milestones are met * Lead development of large-scale chips (300-400mm) utilizing 2.5D/3D ...

Nvidia

Manager, Chip Software

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

NVIDIA is seeking an experienced Chip Software Project management leader to help us define, build and execute a chip through the entire silicon life cycle for use in various products (Automotive ...

Google

Chip Implementation Lead

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

You will own the implementability of the entire chip, driving the convergence of Performance, Power, Area (PPA), thermal, and reliability specifications from architecture to tape-out. In this high ...

Astera Labs

Chip Lead, Senior Director

San Jose, CA · On-site

Drive chip development execution from RTL to GDSII, ensuring architecture, implementation, and tapeout milestones are met * Lead development of large-scale chips (300-400mm²) utilizing 2.5D/3D ...

Socket.dev

Chip Software Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$100 - $150/hr

Chip Software Engineer - Remote Bright Vision Technologies is a technology consulting and software development company delivering cloud, AI, data, and enterprise solutions across the United States.

Visa

Senior Director, NA Token and Chip

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$229K - $400K/yr

The Senior Director, North America (NA) Token & Chip is responsible for the success of network tokens and EMV chip/contactless in North America. This leader will define a strategy for token and chip ...

Analog Devices

Principal Chip Lead

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$180K - $261K/yr

Principal Power IC Chip Lead Expand your design expertise in high-performance power management solutions on cutting edge FinFet processes and break free from repetitive designs and older processes ...

Analogdevices

Principal Chip Lead

Milpitas, CA · Hybrid

$180K - $261K/yr

Principal Power IC Chip Lead Expand your design expertise in high-performance power management solutions on cutting edge FinFet processes and break free from repetitive designs and older processes ...

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What does a chip engineer do?

Chip engineers, also known as semiconductor or integrated circuit (IC) engineers, design, develop, and test microchips or semiconductor devices used in electronic equipment. They work on the architecture, layout, and manufacturing processes for chips that power everything from smartphones to computers and cars. Their responsibilities include circuit design, simulation, verification, and ensuring chips meet performance and reliability standards. Chip engineers often collaborate with software engineers and hardware teams to integrate chips into larger systems. Their work is crucial to advancing technology in many industries.

What are some of the typical challenges faced by chip design engineers during the development cycle?

Chip design engineers often encounter challenges such as meeting tight performance and power consumption targets, ensuring design verification coverage, and managing complex cross-functional collaboration with software, hardware, and testing teams. Balancing optimal design with manufacturability and cost constraints is also a common concern. Staying updated on rapidly evolving semiconductor technologies and adhering to industry standards requires continual learning and adaptability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chip design engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chip Design Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, digital logic design, and semiconductor physics, usually supported by a relevant degree. Proficiency with hardware description languages (HDLs) like VHDL or Verilog, and experience using industry-standard EDA tools such as Cadence or Synopsys, are typically required. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are vital soft skills for excelling in this field. These skills ensure innovative, efficient, and error-free chip designs that meet rigorous industry standards.

What is the difference between Chip vs PCB Designer?

AspectChipPCB Designer
Required CredentialsElectrical Engineering degree, VLSI/ASIC design certificationsElectrical Engineering or related degree, PCB design certifications (e.g., IPC)
Work EnvironmentSemiconductor fabrication labs, R&D centersElectronics manufacturing, engineering offices
Industry UsageSemiconductor industry, integrated circuit manufacturingConsumer electronics, industrial equipment
Common Search/ComparisonChip design, VLSI, ASICPCB layout, circuit board design

In summary, a Chip focuses on designing integrated circuits at the silicon level, requiring specialized knowledge in VLSI and semiconductor fabrication. A PCB Designer, on the other hand, creates the physical layout of circuit boards used in electronic devices. Both roles are essential in electronics but differ significantly in scope, environment, and technical expertise.

How to become a chip worker?

To become a chip worker, typically one needs a high school diploma or equivalent, along with technical skills related to electronics or manufacturing. Relevant experience or certifications in semiconductor fabrication, cleanroom procedures, or equipment operation can improve job prospects. Entry-level positions often require attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols in a controlled environment.

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Chip Lead / ASIC Director

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc

San Jose, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Job description


WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING 

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next-generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond.  Together, we advance your career.  



THE ROLE: 

As ASIC Director – Chip Lead in our Product Development  team, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership to one or more Adaptive & Embedded Computing Group (AECG) device programs. You will have sign-off responsibility for the technical execution of device programs from conception & planning to release to manufacturing. Your leadership responsibilities will focus on problem solving in all aspects of the device development cycle  including architecture, RTL, analog & custom design, design for test & manufacturing, verification, physical design & timing closure, physical verification, tapeout and post-silicon validation & qualification.  When a problem does not clearly fall under the banner of one technical team or another it becomes the responsibility of the Chip Lead to bring expertise, experience and diplomacy together to coordinate a solution. 

THE PERSON: 

This position requires a wide breadth of understanding of and experience with ASIC design and development.  It also requires strong interpersonal skills to resolve issues between highly skilled and experienced engineering colleagues.  A successful candidate will work with senior silicon design engineers, architects, and micro-architects from a wide variety of technical teams. The candidate will be attuned to the overall goals and objectives of the program and employ excellent communication and problem-solving skills. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Chip Definition and Feasibility – identify critical tradeoffs and architectural decisions 

  • Advise on Feasibility including early estimates of Schedule, Cost, Size, Power, Floorplan,  
    and identify key implementation decisions 

  • Serve as Engineering’s interface to Technical Marketing; ensuring the product meets customer needs and supports the required functions and usage modes 

  • Define/identify new device specific functionality (with Marketing and Architecture)  

  • When needed, negotiate for a new, new version or new variant of an IP (with the IP/COE Lead) 

  • Be aware of devices and programs throughout the organization;  foster engineering re-use 

  • Help resolve issues and guide trade-offs that arise during any phase of the program but especially in Physical Design. 

Execution 

The Chip Lead works with one or more Program Managers:  The Program Manager tracks that IP and chip development milestones and deliverables are achieved as scheduled. The Chip Lead engages and resolves the problem when some aspect of the program is not meeting its planned objectives. 

When engineering or marketing initiates a change to the program, the Chip Lead communicates the change and its consequences to all stakeholders.  

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience required in ASIC Development Lifecycle. FPGA technical experience is a huge plus  

  • Experience in a leadership role with a semiconductor company 

  • Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering,Computer Engineering, or related technical field 

  • Post-silicon validation experience is a strong asset 

  • Strong understanding of semiconductor industry and products. Experience working with Product Planning and Marketing teams is preferred. 

PREFERRED ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS: 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related discipline preferred

LOCATION: San Jose, CA 

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Benefits offered are described:  AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position.  AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Benefits offered are described:  AMD benefits at a glance.

AMD does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

AMD may use Artificial Intelligence to help screen, assess or select applicants for this position.  AMD’s “Responsible AI Policy” is available here.

 

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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