Principal Digital Design Engineer

An experienced Digital Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing digital logic circuits and systems for semiconductor, FPGA, or ASIC-based products. The role involves working across the full design cycle—from specification and RTL design to verification, synthesis, and silicon validation. Key Responsibilities Design and develop RTL (Register Transfer Level) code using Verilog/SystemVerilog/VHDL Architect and implement complex digital blocks and subsystems Perform functional verification using simulation tools and methodologies (UVM/OVM) Develop and execute testbenches and validation plans Perform logic synthesis, timing analysis, and area optimization Debug and troubleshoot design issues at RTL, gate, and silicon levels Collaborate with verification, physical design, and firmware teams Ensure designs meet power, performance, and area (PPA) targets Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions Work with EDA tools for design implementation and validation Support post-silicon validation and bring-up activities Required Skills & Expertise Technical Skills Strong proficiency in: Verilog / SystemVerilog / VHDL Experience with: RTL design and simulation tools (ModelSim, VCS, Xcelium) Synthesis tools (Design Compiler, Genus) Static Timing Analysis (PrimeTime) Understanding of: Digital logic design concepts FSMs, pipelining, clock domain crossing (CDC) Low-power design techniques Knowledge of: FPGA/ASIC design flow Bus protocols (AXI, AHB, APB) Experience in debugging using: Waveform tools (Verdi, SimVision) Preferred Skills Experience with UVM-based verification methodology Familiarity with DFT (Design for Testability) concepts Exposure to scripting languages like Python, Perl, or TCL Knowledge of hardware-software co-design Experience in high-speed interfaces or SoC design Experience Requirements Typically 10+ years of experience in digital design or ASIC/FPGA development Proven track record of successful tape-outs or product deliveries Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Electronics Engineering Electrical Engineering VLSI Design Computer Engineering Soft Skills Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities Excellent communication and teamwork skills Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset More information about NXP in India... #LI-29f4 NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit www.nxp.com Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. Thank you for considering a career at NXP. To help you prepare for the different steps in our hiring process, see the following useful advice and tips. Are you already an NXP employee? Do not apply here. Instead, you must apply via our internal career page. Thank you for your interest in supporting our recruitment efforts. Please note that NXP operates under a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for all recruitment activities. Any candidate profiles or resume submitted without a prior written agreement or explicit request from our Talent Acquisition team will be considered unsolicited. Such submissions will be deemed free of any obligations, and no fees will be paid by NXP or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, or divisions - regardless of whether the candidate is hired, either coincidentally or otherwise. Thank you for your understanding.