Explore ASIC Design Engineer Jobs

ASIC Design Engineers create and refine application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) built for specialized computing and electronic systems. These professionals contribute across the chip development lifecycle, from architecture and RTL design to verification, synthesis, and implementation. Browse vetted ASIC Design Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What ASIC Design Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but may include translating system requirements into hardware specifications, writing and reviewing RTL, collaborating with verification teams, analyzing timing and power, and supporting physical design and silicon bring-up. Engineers often work closely with architecture, software, test, and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable designs.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience with digital logic and microarchitecture, hardware description languages such as Verilog or SystemVerilog, simulation and verification methods, and electronic design automation (EDA) tools. Familiarity with synthesis, static timing analysis, low-power design, formal verification, and semiconductor processes can also be valuable. Requirements differ across roles, so review each job listing for details.

Find Your Next ASIC Engineering Role

ASIC Design Engineer positions can be found in industries including semiconductors, consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunications, aerospace, and cloud computing. Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, compare role requirements, and identify openings that fit your experience and career goals.

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$150K - $180K *

Elevate AI development by creating kernels for advanced models, optimizing performance, and validating results through innovative tools and simulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Empower innovation by developing AI kernels for advanced models, enhancing performance analysis tools, and optimizing compiler strategies to drive efficiency in high-performance computing environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate AI kernel development for advanced models, enhancing performance through static analysis and dynamic simulation. Collaborate on compiler optimizations and validate results in cutting-edge env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $210K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative ASICs and FPGAs for cutting-edge satellite technology. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to enhance global connectivity through advanced engineering...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in ASIC IP verification, architecting comprehensive testbenches from scratch and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic environment focusing on 5G technologies while me...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$157K - $212K *

Innovate cutting-edge ASIC designs for high-performance machine learning systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize hardware, ensuring quality and efficiency at scale while trailblaz...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career with a Front-End ASIC Design Engineer role, where you'll drive RTL design from specification to sign-off, ensuring high-performance SoCs meet timing, power, and area goals through...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $286K *

Empower innovation by joining a skilled team of engineers focused on developing high-speed serial-link physical IP. Contribute to mixed-signal design, verification, and testing, driving projects from...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $275K *

Transform complex design challenges into innovative solutions as a trusted technical leader, driving pre-sales and post-sales engagements for advanced-node digital IC products while mentoring junior e...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $160K *

Elevate product performance by resolving technical challenges in ASIC production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, yield, and reliability while driving continuous improvemen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to design advanced ASICs for high-speed optical communication systems, leveraging your expertise in digital design, DSP, and SerDes technologies to drive innovation and optimize pe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $152K *

Engineer cutting-edge ASIC designs, optimize solutions, validate performance, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality, low-power products in a fast-paced environment. Make a meaningful im...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design advanced ASICs for high-speed optical communication systems, leveraging your expertise in digital design, DSP, and SerDes technologies to drive innovation in next-gen AI...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team to drive high-quality Design for Test (DFT) RTL, collaborating across functions to enhance chip architecture and deliver innovative silicon solutions that meet industry standards f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$167K - $245K *

Champion innovative Design for Test (DFT) RTL solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance chip architecture and deliver high-quality silicon products that meet performance standard...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $185K *

Drive the design of advanced mixed-signal circuits, enhancing low-power PLLs and PVT sensors. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate solutions for high-performance and consumer SoCs, impacting pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team as an ASIC DFT STA Engineer, driving innovation in next-gen networking chips. Collaborate across functions to ensure timing integrity and quality throughout the design and validati...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$143K - $230K *

Unlock potential by driving next-gen AI/ML ecosystems through innovative Digital IC design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize RTL implementations and ensure high-performance solution...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Lead the charge in advancing AI/ML ecosystems through innovative Digital IC design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize RTL implementations and ensure high-performance solutions for ne...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as a Digital IC Design Engineer, driving innovation in AI/ML ecosystems and PCIe Switch Products. Collaborate across functions to optimize RTL designs and ensure high-performance s...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Drive innovation in digital IC design, focusing on high-performance RTL implementation for AI/ML ecosystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize designs and ensure timing closure, cont...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI/ML ecosystems through cutting-edge digital IC design. Drive innovation in PCIe Switch Products and Enterprise Storage, ensuring high-performance RTL impleme...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Unlock potential by driving next-gen AI/ML ecosystems through innovative Digital IC design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize high-performance RTL implementations and ensure robust s...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $195K *

Innovate cutting-edge digital IC designs for AI/ML ecosystems, focusing on PCIe Switch Products and enterprise storage. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance RTL implement...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $230K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge Digital IC solutions for AI/ML ecosystems, focusing on high-performance RTL implementation and collaboration across teams to drive innovation in data center t...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an ASIC Design Engineer do?question toggle

    An ASIC Design Engineer helps develop custom integrated circuits, often working on specifications, RTL design, verification, synthesis, timing and power analysis, or implementation. The exact responsibilities depend on the team and project.

  • What skills are commonly required for ASIC Design Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include digital design, microarchitecture, Verilog or SystemVerilog, simulation, verification, synthesis, and EDA tools. Some positions also seek experience with formal verification, static timing analysis, low-power techniques, or silicon bring-up.

  • What industries hire ASIC Design Engineers?question toggle

    ASIC Design Engineers may work in semiconductors, consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunications, aerospace, networking, and cloud computing, among other fields.

  • How can I find ASIC Design Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse ASIC Design Engineer listings on Ladders, where professional jobs are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, and experience requirements.