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Mythic

Senior RTL Design Engineer

Austin, TX

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced RTL Design Engineers to play a key role in designing and implementing the components that will bring our next-generation AI processors to life. About Us: Mythic is building ...

Mythic

Senior RTL Design Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced RTL Design Engineers to play a key role in designing and implementing the components that will bring our next-generation AI processors to life. About Us: Mythic is building ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

San Diego, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Mythic

Senior RTL Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced RTL Design Engineers to play a key role in designing and implementing the components that will bring our next-generation AI processors to life. About Us: Mythic is building ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA

$175K - $308K/yr

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Waltham, MA

$165K - $292K/yr

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. Are you looking to expand your chip design ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

Mythic

Senior RTL Design Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced RTL Design Engineers to play a key role in designing and implementing the components that will bring our next-generation AI processors to life. About Us: Mythic is building ...

Mythic

Senior RTL Design Engineer

Palo Alto, CA

$120K - $225K/yr

We're hiring experienced RTL Design Engineers to play a key role in designing and implementing the components that will bring our next-generation AI processors to life. About Us: Mythic is building ...

Apple

RTL Design Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

If you're passionate about taking on unsolved challenges, we have a great opportunity for a results-oriented and highly motivated RTL Design Engineer. This is an exciting position in the world class ...

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How much do rtl design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for rtl design engineer in the United States is $88,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an RTL design engineer?

An RTL (Register Transfer Level) Design Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing digital circuits using hardware description languages like VHDL or Verilog. They develop and optimize high-performance, power-efficient designs for ASICs or FPGAs based on system requirements. Their role includes writing RTL code, performing simulations, debugging issues, and collaborating with verification, physical design, and architecture teams. RTL engineers ensure the design meets functional, timing, and power constraints before handing it off for further implementation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RTL design engineer?

To thrive as an RTL Design Engineer, you need a strong background in digital logic design, proficiency in hardware description languages like Verilog or VHDL, and a bachelor's or master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering. Experience with industry-standard EDA tools such as Synopsys or Cadence, and knowledge of FPGA or ASIC design flow, are typically required. Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with verification teams and other engineering groups. These competencies are critical to accurately translate system requirements into robust, manufacturable hardware designs within fast-paced project timelines.

What are the typical career growth opportunities for an RTL design engineer?

As an RTL Design Engineer, you can advance into roles such as Senior Design Engineer, Technical Lead, or even Design Manager as you gain experience and demonstrate strong technical expertise. Many professionals also transition into related areas such as verification engineering, system architecture, or product management. The role offers continuous learning opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge semiconductor technology, making it ideal for those interested in expanding their skillset. Career progression is often supported by successful project delivery, ongoing education, and active collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

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Infographic showing various Rtl Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,150 per year, or $42.4 per hour.

Microarchitect and RTL Design Engineer

Baya Systems

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

MICROARCHITECT AND RTL DESIGN ENGINEER

SANTA CLARA, CA

About the role:

We are seeking a seasoned Microarchitect and RTL Design Engineer with a strong background in microarchitecture and RTL coding. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping our technology portfolio, bringing expertise and creativity to our solutions

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop microarchitectures for a set of highly configurable IPs

  • Microarchitecture and RTL coding ensuring optimal performance, power, area

  • Collaborate with software teams to define configuration requirements, verification collaterals, etc.

  • Work with verification teams on assertions, test plans, debug, coverage, etc.

Qualifications and Preferred Skills:

  • BS, MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science

  • 8+ years and current hands-on experience in microarchitecture and RTL development

  • Proficiency in Verilog, System Verilog

  • Familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools and methodologies

  • Experience with large high-speed, pipelined, stateful designs, and low power designs

  • In-depth understanding of on-chip interconnects and NoC's

  • Experience within Arm ACE/CHI or similar coherency protocols

  • Experience designing IP blocks for caches, cache coherency, memory subsystems, interconnects and NoC's

  • Familiarity with RAS designs, QoS in fabrics, PCIe/IO is a plus

  • Experience with modern programming languages like Python is a plus

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

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