Director of Silicon Hardware Engineering
I am seeking a Director of Silicon Hardware Engineering to join a brand-new semiconductor company in the UK.
Working for an exciting start-up with great funding, you will be tasked with developing cutting-edge chips that have the potential to revolutionise the industry; the company is expanding across multiple groups. The Director of Silicon Hardware Engineering will define, develop, and communicate the technical vision for their ASIC chips, as well as contribute to long-term strategy and nurture strong relationships across multiple teams.
The company has already selected key experts from the industry and has a clear route to market.
The Director of Silicon Hardware Engineering will have an extensive background / confidence / demonstrable experience in:
* Circa 20+ years' experience in technical AND management / leadership roles
* The tape-out of complex chips / advanced technology nodes (circa 12nm or lower).
* SOC chip architecture definition - interconnects and bus communication protocols (AXI, AMBA, CHI, AHB etc)
* IP selection / evaluation / integration
* A good understanding of the difference between in-house development vs engaging with/managing a design house / design service company / outsourced partner or ODC
* Digital IC design and Analog / AMS / mixed-signal IC Design
* Management and coordination of test / verification / validation / characterisation functions
* Embedded software / firmware and systems.
* High-speed data connectivity - ethernet / gigabit, serdes, optical
* As well as budget, licensing, contract, and supplier management.
* Understanding of back-end / physical design processes and understanding of foundry processes
The right candidate will be an experienced leader of people and technology, keen to contribute to and build a fast-paced company that will soon be a market leader.
For more information, please get in touch with Rob Hudson @ IC Resources!
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Management
* Industries: Semiconductor Manufacturing
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