Digital IC Design Lead (PMIC & Mixed-Signal)

Summary As the Digital Design Lead, you will be responsible for the digital architecture, RTL implementation, and system integration of Power Management ICs. Key Responsibilities • Digital Architecture: Define and document the micro-architecture for PMIC digital cores, including state machines for complex power-up/down sequencing and fault handling. • Mixed-Signal Integration: Lead the "digital-on-top" or "analog-on-top" integration, working closely with analog leads to define interfaces and digital control loops. • RTL Design & Implementation: Design high-quality, low-power RTL using SystemVerilog or Verilog for functions like PWM controllers, serial interfaces (I2C, SPI, PMBus, I3C), and OTP/MTP memory controllers. • Design for Test (DFT): Oversee the insertion of scan chains, ATPG, and BIST to ensure high production yield and test coverage. • Verification Strategy: Develop verification plans and drive Mixed-Signal simulations (Verilog-AMS/Real Number Modeling) to validate hardware-software interactions. • Synthesis & Timing: Lead the synthesis, Logic Equivalency Checking (LEC), and Static Timing Analysis (STA) flows to ensure the digital logic meets performance targets across all process corners. Required Qualifications • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. • Experience: 10+ years in digital IC design, with at least 5 years focused on PMIC or Mixed-Signal products. • Technical Expertise: Proficiency in SystemVerilog/Verilog RTL coding for synthesis. Hands-on experience with digital control loops for power converters Familiarity with Cadence (Genus/Tempus) or Synopsys (Design Compiler/PrimeTime) toolsets. • Process Knowledge: Experience with BCD process nodes and understanding of Clock Domain Crossing (CDC) in mixed-signal environments. Preferred Skills • Knowledge of firmware/software interactions for programmable PMICs. • Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of digital designers through multiple successful tape-outs. Location: Prefer Santa Clara, CA