Digital RTL Design Engineer

  • Full Time
  • United Kingdom
  • 43200 - 72000 GBP / Year

Website microTECH Global

RTL Design Engineer | AI Chip Startup

Locations: Bristol, Cambridge, or Edinburgh Role Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Equity + Bonus


The Opportunity

Join a high-growth, early-stage startup at the forefront of AI chip design. We are developing a next-generation architecture for AI processors and are looking for a talented RTL Design Engineer to help shape the future of our hardware. This is a rare chance to get in on the ground floor, tackle complex PPA challenges, and own significant pieces of a cutting-edge silicon project.

Core Responsibilities

  • Architectural Development: Collaborate on the design, development, and optimization of a brand-new AI processor architecture.

  • Innovation & Research: Identify and implement cutting-edge trends and techniques to solve Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) challenges.

  • Hardware/Software Synergy: Evaluate algorithms for hardware implementation and work closely with software teams to ensure seamless system integration.

  • Full Lifecycle Support: From creating technical specifications and block diagrams to supporting prototype testing, debugging, and performance tuning.

What You’ll Bring

  • Education: A BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or a related field) with a strong academic record in IC design.

  • Technical Mastery: Proficiency in ASIC/FPGA design flows, RTL design, and verification using Verilog.

  • Domain Knowledge: A deep understanding of digital circuit design, computer architecture, and neural network models.

  • Tooling: Experience with industry-standard EDA tools (e.g., Vivado, Cadence, Synopsys, or Mentor Graphics).

  • Soft Skills: A collaborative mindset, strong problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills.

Bonus Points (Nice-to-Have)

  • Experience with FPGA prototyping and emulation.

  • Familiarity with ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch.

  • Published research or patents related to GPU/AI accelerator design.

The Package

  • Competitive Salary: Commensurate with your experience.

  • Early-Stage Equity: Significant stock options, offering high growth potential as the company scales.

  • Performance Bonus: Annual bonuses tied to both individual and company milestones.

SUMMARY

  • Company Name – microTECH Global
    Company website –microTECH Global
    Company Location – United Kingdom 

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