About GlobalFoundries:
GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.
Summary of Role:
We are seeking a experienced Senior RTL Design Engineer to join our silicon development team. In this role, you will architect, design and implement high‑performance digital logic for advanced SoC and IP‑level designs. You will work closely with architecture, verification, physical design, and firmware teams to deliver production‑quality hardware.
This position is ideal for an engineer with technical expertise in RTL development, strong problem‑solving skills, and a passion for building industry‑leading silicon.
Essential Responsibilities:
Develop micro‑architecture specifications based on system‑level requirements.
Implement high‑quality RTL using SystemVerilog.
Own blocks from concept through integration and tape‑out.
Optimize designs for power, performance, area (PPA) through architectural improvements and synthesis‑driven iteration.
Integrate IP blocks into larger subsystems and SoCs.
Collaborate with backend teams to ensure design closure, timing convergence, and physical feasibility.
Drive design reviews, documentation, and lifecycle design quality processes.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across the team.
Other Responsibilities:
Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs.
Required Qualifications:
Education – Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
Experience – 2-4 Years in SoC or IP design.
Expertise in Verilog and/or the synthesizable subset of SystemVerilog
Strong understanding of fundamental design concepts.
Strong understanding of AMBA protocols.
Excellent debugging skills.
Experience in an SoC design being taken all the way through to tape-out.
Fluency in English Language – written & verbal
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with CPU, DSP, networking, or security IP blocks.
Experience automating workflows.
Working knowledge of Python or other scripting languages.
Project management skills - i.e., the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong planning & organizational skills.
Expected Salary Range
$86,000.00 - $148,000.00The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.
All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field
- 2-4 Years in SoC or IP design
- Expertise in Verilog and/or SystemVerilog
- Strong understanding of AMBA protocols
- Excellent debugging skills
- Experience in an SoC design taken to tape-out
- Fluency in English Language - written & verbal
GlobalFoundries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GlobalFoundries and has not been reviewed or approved by GlobalFoundries.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support is presented as a meaningful part of the package. Wellness programs and an Employee Assistance Program add to the sense of broad health coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with matching from day one and access to an employee stock purchase program are positioned as notable financial benefits. Retirement provisions are repeatedly framed as a strong counterweight to other compensation concerns.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions are described as generous, including high annual vacation accrual, dedicated sick time, and additional personal days. Extended paid parental leave frameworks are also outlined as a substantial leave benefit.
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What We Do
GlobalFoundries (GF) is one of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers. GF is redefining innovation and semiconductor manufacturing by developing and delivering feature-rich process technology solutions that provide leadership performance in pervasive high growth markets. GF offers a unique mix of design, development, and fabrication services. With a talented and diverse workforce and an at-scale manufacturing footprint spanning the U.S., Europe and Asia, GF is a trusted technology source to its worldwide customers. For more information, visit www.gf.com. GlobalFoundries is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V).#CB
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