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Digital Design Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$133.90K/yr

As a Digital Design Engineer, you will be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team developing ... Familiarity with ARM-based SoCs, microprocessor subsystems, buses, and peripherals. * Experience ...

Principal Loadstore CPU Design Engineer

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$200.20K/yr

About Arm Arm is the industry's leading supplier of microprocessor technology, offering the widest ... The CPU Design team is part of Arm's worldwide CPU development group. This diverse, engineering ...

Principal Loadstore CPU Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$200.20K/yr

About Arm Arm is the industry's leading supplier of microprocessor technology, offering the widest ... The CPU Design team is part of Arm's worldwide CPU development group. This diverse, engineering ...

... microprocessor design. Preferred : • Experience in Embedded systems development • Experience in C/C++ and Python • Experience in AI/ML frameworks like Pytorch, Tensor flow, ONNX, etc. is a plus ...

MTS Digital Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$159.80K/yr

MTS Digital Design Engineer onsemi is seeking an MTS Digital Design Engineer - New Product ... Experience with microprocessor interconnects and integrating peripherals into the interconnect

Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the ... Expertise in FPGA, microprocessor, and related digital circuit design and functions * Mixed signal ...

MTS Digital Design Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$159.80K/yr

MTS Digital Design Engineer onsemi is seeking an MTS Digital Design Engineer - New Product ... Experience with microprocessor interconnects and integrating peripherals into the interconnect

Principal ASIC Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the ... Expertise in FPGA, microprocessor, and related digital circuit design and functions * Mixed signal ...

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How much do microprocessor design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for microprocessor design engineer in the United States is $104,489.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Microprocessor Design Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Microprocessor Design Engineer, you need a solid background in computer engineering or electrical engineering, with expertise in digital logic design, microarchitecture, and VLSI principles. Proficiency with hardware description languages (such as Verilog or VHDL), simulation tools (like ModelSim or Synopsys), and familiarity with EDA tools are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for creating innovative, reliable, and efficient microprocessor designs that meet rigorous performance and industry standards.

What are some common challenges faced by Microprocessor Design Engineers during the chip development cycle?

Microprocessor Design Engineers often encounter challenges such as meeting stringent performance, power, and area requirements while ensuring design correctness and manufacturability. Coordinating with cross-functional teams—such as verification, physical design, and software engineering—can be complex, especially when addressing last-minute design changes or debugging unexpected hardware behaviors. Additionally, staying up-to-date with evolving design tools, methodologies, and semiconductor technologies is essential for success in this fast-paced field.

What does a Microprocessor Design Engineer do?

A Microprocessor Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing the core processing units (microprocessors) used in computers, smartphones, and other electronic devices. Their work involves creating detailed architecture and logic designs, verifying circuit functionality, collaborating with software and hardware teams, and optimizing performance and power consumption. These engineers use specialized design tools and simulation software to ensure that microprocessors meet technical specifications and industry standards.
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Infographic showing various Microprocessor Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 1% Full Time, 64% Part Time, 32% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,489 per year, or $50.2 per hour.
ASIC Design for Test (DFT) Engineer (Remote)

ASIC Design for Test (DFT) Engineer (Remote)

Asic North Inc

Williston, VT • On-site, Remote

$100K - $165K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

ASIC North, Inc.

Are you looking for your next career opportunity to be with an innovative team that values your contributions? ASIC North offers this and works with leading high-tech companies across many industries to create next generation products.ASIC North has received a Best Places to Work award every year we have participated, and in 2021 wereceived first place. ASIC North prides itself in providing employees with competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package.

We are presently seeking an experienced Full-Time ASIC Design for Test Engineer to help accelerate the pace of innovation with our customers. Can you see yourself collaborating with a dynamic team in a highly valued work environment where your skills directly contribute to the success of the company? Explore what ASIC North has to offer you!

Location

Remote

Position Type

Full-Time

Expected Base Pay Scale (USD)

$100,000 - $165,000 annual base salary. The successful candidate's base pay depends on job-related skills, qualifications, experience, geographic location, and market conditions. The expected base pay scale may be adjusted based on market conditions.

Responsibilities

As an ASIC Design for Test Engineer, you will be part of a customer team. Primary responsibilities include the architecture and implementation of Design for Test structures for block and chip-level ASIC designs, developing test timing constraints, generating test patterns, simulating test patterns, and assuring appropriate test coverage metrics.

Minimum Qualifications

Requirements of an ASIC Design for Test Engineer include 5+ years of experience as an ASIC engineer and a BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering (with all the relevant coursework on digital/microprocessor design, computer architecture, VLSI design, software/programming courses).

  • Experience with Design for Test concepts such as scan, scan compression, MBIST, BSCAN, and macro test development.
  • Experience with a range of internal and 3rd-party Design for Test tools.
  • Experience with Static Timing Analysis for purposes of validating test timing requirements.
  • Experience with logic simulation tools for validation of generated test patterns.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • This job position will or is likely to involve compliance with ITAR Regulations so all employees working in this capacity must be eligible under ITAR citizenship requirements, and accordingly applicants must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with System-On-Chip (SOC) designs (i.e. ARM).
  • Experience with DFT architecture for large scale ASIC designs.

Advantages of joining the ASIC North team

When you join the ASIC North team, you receive aflexible benefits packageto enhance your wellbeing. Our benefits package includes the following for eligible employees:

  • Immediate vesting in your 401(k) plan with an employer contribution of 10%
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Two medical insurance plan options: our employer sponsored plan also includes an employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Two dental insurance plan options, with 100% paid premium coverage under the basic plan and free vision coverage
  • Basic life insurance fully paid by ASIC North, and the option to purchase voluntary life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability fully paid by ASIC North

In addition to these benefits, we also offer a range of perks, like flexible work arrangements, tuition and IEEE reimbursement, an employee wellness program and internet/coffee/snack stipends. Our employees are important to us, and that's what has earned us numerous awards such as a Best Places to Work in Vermont for many years.

To learn more, please visit https://www.asicnorth.com/careers/benefits/.

Application Deadline

ASIC North, Inc. will be accepting applications until 6/3/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

For consideration, please apply to a current opening within the UKG My Career page with the necessary information and resume.

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