Lead RTL Design Engineer - ( Mixed-Signal IPs)
Silicon Labs
Job Summary
The Lead RTL Design Engineer for Mixed-Signal IPs is responsible for developing, integrating, and verifying digital RTL blocks within mixed-signal subsystems. This role involves defining digital-analog interface specifications, ensuring functionality through simulation and co-verification, and performing design quality checks like lint and CDC. The engineer will collaborate with analog, verification, and SoC teams to integrate IPs into complex SoCs, contributing to high-quality, low-power, and robust IP delivery.
Must Have
- Develop synthesizable, high-quality RTL for mixed-signal IPs.
- Collaborate with analog design engineers on interface specifications.
- Ensure functionality and performance through behavioral modeling and co-verification.
- Participate in design reviews, micro-architecture definition, and documentation.
- Perform design quality checks including lint, CDC, RDC, and synthesis readiness.
- Collaborate with verification engineers on test plans and coverage closure.
- Integrate mixed-signal IPs into SoC top-level RTL.
- 5–10 years of experience in digital RTL design with mixed-signal IP exposure.
- Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog, synthesis, and static verification flows.
- Familiarity with analog/mixed-signal concepts.
- Good understanding of digital communication protocols (SPI, I2C, APB, AXI).
- B.E./B.Tech or M.S./M.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
- Strong understanding of digital design and verification fundamentals.
- Ability to work effectively across analog and digital domains.
- Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Good communication and documentation abilities.
Good to Have
- Hands-on experience with mixed-signal co-simulation tools (Cadence AMS Designer, Synopsys VCS AMS).
- Exposure to scripting (Python, Perl, TCL) for automation and design flow enhancements.
- Experience working in cross-functional environments involving analog, verification, and SoC integration teams.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design methodologies, automation scripts, and reuse strategies.
- Passion for quality, efficiency, and innovation in mixed-signal IP design.
Perks & Benefits
- Equity Rewards (RSUs)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Insurance plans with Outpatient cover
- National Pension Scheme (NPS)
- Flexible work policy
- Childcare support
Job Description
Role Overview
The RTL Design Engineer for Mixed-Signal IPs is responsible for developing, integrating, and verifying digital RTL blocks within mixed-signal subsystems that combine analog and digital functionalities. This role requires a deep understanding of digital design principles, interface with analog/mixed-signal teams, and strong verification and integration skills to ensure high-quality, low-power, and functionally robust IP delivery. The engineer will work closely with system architects, analog designers, and SoC teams to enable seamless integration of mixed-signal IPs into complex SoCs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop synthesizable, high-quality RTL for mixed-signal IPs such as ADC/DAC interfaces, PLL/DLL control, power management units, and sensor front-ends.
- Collaborate with analog design engineers to define digital-analog interface specifications, control logic, and communication protocols.
- Ensure correct functionality and performance of mixed-signal IPs through behavioral modeling, simulation, and co-verification with analog components.
- Participate in design reviews, micro-architecture definition, and documentation of IP functionality and timing interfaces.
- Perform design quality checks including lint, CDC, RDC, and synthesis readiness analyses.
- Collaborate with verification engineers to define test plans, drive coverage closure, and debug issues across digital and analog boundaries.
- Integrate mixed-signal IPs into SoC top-level RTL and resolve functional or timing issues during full-chip validation.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design methodologies, automation scripts, and reuse strategies for mixed-signal IP development.
Qualifications
- 5–10 years of experience in digital RTL design with strong exposure to mixed-signal IP or subsystem development.
- Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog and experience with synthesis and static verification flows (lint, CDC).
- Familiarity with analog/mixed-signal concepts such as signal sampling, clocking, calibration, and power management.
- Hands-on experience with mixed-signal co-simulation tools (Cadence AMS Designer, Synopsys VCS AMS, etc.) is a plus.
- Good understanding of digital communication protocols (SPI, I2C, APB, AXI).
- Exposure to scripting (Python, Perl, TCL) for automation and design flow enhancements.
- Experience working in cross-functional environments involving analog, verification, and SoC integration teams.
Education
- B.E./B.Tech or M.S./M.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
Key Competencies
- Strong understanding of digital design and verification fundamentals.
- Ability to work effectively across analog and digital domains in a collaborative environment.x
- Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Good communication and documentation abilities.
- Passion for quality, efficiency, and innovation in mixed-signal IP design.
Success Metrics
- Timely delivery of functionally correct and synthesis-ready RTL for mixed-signal IPs.
- High quality and robustness verified through simulation, lint, and CDC sign-off.
- Effective collaboration with analog and SoC teams ensuring smooth IP integration.
- Contributions to methodology and flow improvements enhancing team efficiency.
Benefits & Perks
Not only will you be joining a highly skilled and tight-knit team where every engineer makes a significant impact on the product; we also strive for good work/life balance and to make our environment welcoming and fun.
- Equity Rewards (RSUs)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Insurance plans with Outpatient cover
- National Pension Scheme (NPS)
- Flexible work policy
- Childcare support