Job Description
Join an industry-leading semiconductor company in an exciting role as an IC Design Lead at their European headquarters in Southampton. This innovative organisation is pushing the boundaries of digital and mixed-signal IC technology, including cutting-edge RISC-V-based MCU products.
As an IC Design Lead, you’ll play a crucial role in driving the development of next-generation sensing and automotive MCU devices, collaborating closely with stakeholders to capture requirements, implement designs, and oversee validation of advanced ICs. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on innovation, making it ideal for an experienced IC team leader/manager ready to impact a market-leading team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and mentor a high-performance IC Design team.
* Oversee all stages of the semiconductor design process, from concept and architecture through to design, verification, and layout.
* Drive the development of digital and mixed-signal ICs for high-growth applications.
* Ensure seamless EDA integration from simulation through to physical design.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will bring the following experience and expertise:
* Proven track record in IC Design Team leadership.
* Deep understanding of the full semiconductor design flow (definition, architecture, design, verification, layout).
* Hands-on experience in Digital IC design (IP, ASIC, and/or ASSP).
* Proficiency in HDL & Verilog.
* Strong familiarity with EDA tools for streamlined simulation, design, and implementation.
* Experience in team management and leadership.
Beneficial Experience:
* Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO-26262).
* Experience with JIRA for project management.
* Background in mixed-signal IC design.
What’s on Offer:
* Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance.
* Hybrid working arrangements.
* Private healthcare and other competitive benefits.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking leader in the semiconductor industry. For further details, please send your CV to or contact Ben Wiles at 01582 878816 or 07471181784.
We look forward to discussing how your skills align with this and other roles in the engineering space.