SoC Front End Design Engr

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled SoC Front End Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Noida. This role involves contributing to the design and development of complex System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures, ensuring high-quality and high-performance solutions for next-generation automotive and IoT products.

Must Have

• Participate in architectural definition and micro-architecture development of SoC blocks and sub-systems.
• Perform RTL design and coding (Verilog/SystemVerilog) for various digital blocks.
• Conduct extensive design verification activities, including testbench development, simulation, and debugging.
• Collaborate with verification engineers to define test plans, coverage goals, and resolve design issues.
• Execute and analyze various front-end design flows, including linting, CDC, RDC, and formal verification.
• Perform synthesis and timing analysis (STA) to meet performance targets and ensure timing closure.
• Work closely with backend teams during physical design implementation and post-layout verification.
• Contribute to documentation of design specifications, micro-architecture, and verification plans.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical feedback.
• Identify and implement opportunities for design optimization in terms of area, power, and performance.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in SoC Front End Design.
• Strong proficiency in RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Solid understanding of digital design fundamentals, computer architecture, and SoC design methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard EDA tools for simulation, synthesis, linting, CDC, and STA.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Tcl.

Good to Have

• Knowledge of UVM/OVM methodologies.
• Experience with low-power design techniques.

Perks & Benefits

• Online and offline learning opportunities for career development.
• Commitment to sustainability.
• Inclusive work environment.
• Programs focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled SoC Front End Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Noida. This role involves contributing to the design and development of complex System-on-Chip (SoC) architectures, ensuring high-quality and high-performance solutions for next-generation automotive and IoT products.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the architectural definition and micro-architecture development of SoC blocks and sub-systems.
• Perform RTL design and coding (Verilog/SystemVerilog) for various digital blocks, ensuring adherence to design specifications and best practices.
• Conduct extensive design verification activities, including testbench development, simulation, and debugging, to achieve functional correctness.
• Collaborate with verification engineers to define test plans, coverage goals, and resolve design issues.
• Execute and analyze various front-end design flows, including linting, CDC (Clock Domain Crossing), RDC (Reset Domain Crossing), and formal verification.
• Perform synthesis and timing analysis (STA) to meet performance targets and ensure timing closure.
• Work closely with backend teams during physical design implementation and post-layout verification.
• Contribute to documentation of design specifications, micro-architecture, and verification plans.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical feedback.
• Identify and implement opportunities for design optimization in terms of area, power, and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in SoC Front End Design.
• Strong proficiency in RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Solid understanding of digital design fundamentals, computer architecture, and SoC design methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard EDA tools for simulation, synthesis, linting, CDC, and STA.
• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Tcl.
• Knowledge of UVM/OVM methodologies is a plus.
• Experience with low-power design techniques is desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Career Development Opportunities

We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills.

Commitment At NXP.

We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality.