AAC Technologies | Senior Digital IC Designer

We are seeking a

Senior Digital IC Designer

to join our innovative Mixed Signal Products team in Scottsdale, AZ. As a key contributor to the digital IC design process, you will work closely with the world's best analog designers to develop high-performance mixed-signal ICs that cater to both consumer and automotive markets. Your focus will be on embedding power-efficient custom digital cores within these designs.

This role requires deep expertise in

digital IC design , including custom digital core development and experience optimizing for low power. Familiarity with

ARM, DSP Cores and RISC-V architectures

is a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities: Digital IC Design : Design and develop custom digital cores that are highly power-efficient, tailored for mixed-signal chips in audio, haptics, and power management applications. Low-Power Design : Focus on designing for low-power consumption, especially in battery-powered consumer and automotive applications. Architecture Development : Work with architects and system designers to develop innovative digital architectures that integrate seamlessly with analog blocks, driving superior performance in mixed-signal ICs. Digital Design Flow : Lead the digital design process, including RTL design, verification, synthesis, place and route, timing closure, and power optimization. Collaboration with Analog Teams : Collaborate closely with analog designers to ensure the seamless integration of analog and digital components, helping create the best mixed-signal chips in the industry. Power Optimization : Implement techniques for power optimization, including clock gating, power gating, and dynamic voltage scaling, to meet strict power requirements. Verification & Validation : Develop verification environments and contribute to validation plans for robust digital designs that meet performance and power specifications. Technology Adoption : Stay up-to-date on the latest trends in low-power design, digital architecture, and IC development methodologies, including the adoption of

ARM, DSP core

and

RISC-V architectures .

Required Qualifications: Expert-level experience

in digital IC design, with a proven track record in designing and optimizing power-efficient custom digital cores. Experience with RTL design , synthesis, and verification for mixed-signal ICs. In-depth knowledge of

low-power design techniques

for embedded systems, including clock gating, power gating, and voltage scaling. Proficiency with industry-standard digital design and verification tools (e.g.,

Verilog ,

VHDL ,

SystemVerilog ,

UVM ,

Cadence ,

Synopsys ,

Mentor ). Strong understanding of

ARM, DSP

or

RISC-V architectures

and their application in low-power, high-performance systems. Experience collaborating with analog/mixed-signal teams to deliver high-quality, integrated mixed-signal solutions. Hands-on experience

in the digital implementation process, from design to tape-out, including synthesis, place & route, and timing closure.

Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with

DSP

and

RISC-V architectures

and the customization of

DSP

cores for specialized applications. Experience with

ARM-based

embedded systems, especially in low-power environments. Automotive IC experience , including knowledge of safety, reliability, and quality standards (e.g., ISO 26262). Experience in designing ICs for

consumer electronics , with an understanding of the challenges related to power, form factor, and performance.