Principal Digital Design Engineer

2 weeks ago


Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Astera Labs Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 20,00,000 per year

We are seeking a Principal Digital Design Engineer with deep expertise in high-performance controller and bridge design, micro-architecture, RTL implementation, and IP integration. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in the development of cutting-edge connectivity solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement high-performance digital solutions, including RTL development and synthesis.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on IP integration for processor IPS and peripherals
  • Deep knowledge of processor boot process and peripheral implementation with boot firmware in mind
  • Own block-level and full-chip designs from architecture to GDS, focusing on designs at nodes ≤ 16nm.
  • Ensure timing closure, assess verification completeness, and oversee pre- and post-silicon debug.
  • Utilize tools from Synopsys/Cadence and apply expertise in UVM-based verification flows

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's in Electronics/Electrical engineering (Master's preferred).
  • 12 years of digital design experience, with 4 years focused on processor, peripherals and full chip implementation.
  • Proven expertise in RTL development, synthesis, and timing closure.
  • Experience with front-end design, gate-level simulations, and design verification.
  • Strong work ethic, ability to handle multiple tasks, and a proactive, customer-focused attitude.

Required Expertise:

  • Hands-on experience with processor IP (ARM/ARC)
  • Hands-on pre-silicon and post-silicon implementing peripherals for I2C/SPI/UART
  • Hands-on experience with complex DMA engines and FW interaction
  • Strong proficiency in System Verilog/Verilog and scripting (Python/Perl).
  • Experience with block-level and full-chip design at advanced nodes (≤ 16nm).
  • Silicon bring-up and post-silicon debug experience.
  • Familiarity with Synopsys/Cadence tools and UVM-based design verification.

Preferred Experience:

  • Knowledge and experience implementing secure boot and security mechanisms like authentication and attestation is a plus
  • Knowledge of system-level design with ARM/ARC/RISC-V processors sub systems
  • Understanding of PAD design, DFT, and floor planning.
  • Experience with NIC, switch, or storage product development.
  • Familiarity with working in design and verification workflows in a CI/CD environment.


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