R&D IC Design Engineer

Posted 6 Days Ago
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2 Locations
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Software • Semiconductor • Manufacturing
The Role
Designs high-speed ASIC blocks for 10Gbps–400Gbps communication systems. Responsibilities include architecture, RTL/HDL coding, timing constraints, verification, synthesis, equivalency checking, CDC and lint reviews, power and design-for-test analysis, scripting, silicon bring-up, lab debugging, and production qualification. Collaborates with distributed engineering teams to define resources, schedules, validation plans, and design tradeoffs.
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Job Description:

  • This opening work on chip design which enables 10Gbps/40Gbps/100Gbps/400Gbps backplane/cable/optical fiber communication

  • architect block level design specifications from the marketing requirements and/or system requirements

  • prepare detailed design document, timing constraint file

  • HDL coding, equivalency checking, STA result review, CDC checks, Lint checks, RTL/gate level simulations & silicon debugging

  • scripting for various IC design tasks such as STA, equivalency checks, test bench, simulations, synthesis, etc.

  • prepare block level resource requirements & development schedule

  • generate verification & test plans for design validation

  • Perform design tradeoff analysis – leakage, dynamic power, die size, schedule, resource, priority, etc.

  • silicon bring up

Job Requirement:

  • B.S degree in EE or computer Engineering. Minimum of 12 years of work experience with direct related technical skill

  • M.S degree/Ph.D in EE or Computer Engineering with 10 years of work experience.

  • Good knowledge of ARM subsystem

  • Good knowledge of high speed digital circuit design.

  • Good knowledge of 10G/100G Ethernet and OTN network

  • Good knowledge of digital signal processing and error correction code is a plus

  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as hands-on lab debugging experiences

  • Good knowledge of RTL simulation and synthesis.

  • In-depth knowledge for design for low power and design for test and design for manufacturing.

  • Good Knowledge in languages relevant to the ASIC development process including Verilog, VHDL, Unix/Perl Scripting or Python, and C.

  • Experience with High-level Synthesis in design and verification is a plus.

  • Self-motivated, excellent communication skills and ability to excel in a team environment.

  • Good organization skills, able to follow through & bring issue to closure

  • Understand the entire IC development flow & procedure including silicon volume production qualification requirements & procedures

  • Enthusiastic & enjoy IC development works

  • DSP design knowledge is a plus

  • Knowledge Backplane/cable/optical fiber communication is a plus

  • Be able to work with teams at remote locations with different time zone.


Compensation and Benefits


The annual base salary range for this position is To

As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.


Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.


Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.


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Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with at least 12 years of directly related technical experience
  • Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering with at least 10 years of work experience
  • Knowledge of ARM subsystems
  • Knowledge of high-speed digital circuit design
  • Knowledge of 10G/100G Ethernet and OTN networks
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on laboratory debugging experience
  • Knowledge of RTL simulation and synthesis
  • In-depth knowledge of low-power design, design for test, and design for manufacturing
  • Experience with Verilog, VHDL, Unix or Perl scripting, Python, and C
  • Understanding of the complete IC development flow and silicon volume production qualification procedures
  • Ability to work with remote teams across different time zones
  • Knowledge of digital signal processing and error correction coding
  • Experience with high-level synthesis in design and verification
  • DSP design knowledge
  • Backplane, cable, or optical fiber communication knowledge

Broadcom Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Equity Value & Accessibility Equity is used broadly through RSUs with quarterly or annual vesting, and an ESPP with a discount and look‑back that can add meaningful upside. Company disclosures show ongoing equity grants, including inducement RSUs tied to acquisitions, underscoring equity’s central role in total rewards.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with a competitive company match and immediate vesting is consistently highlighted, supporting long‑term savings. Tax‑advantaged accounts like HSA/FSA further strengthen the financial wellness toolkit.
  • Pay Growth & Progression Compensation ceilings in technical tracks are described as high, with wide ranges and very strong totals for experienced engineers. Sales compensation is also characterized as competitive, supporting attractive on‑target earnings.

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38,985 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) is a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.

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