Digital Designer

JOB AD:

• Digital DesignerLocation: Cambridge or Bristol (3 days onsite, 2 remote)Contract Length: 12 monthsIR35 Status: Inside IR35
• Start Date: ASAP A client of mine is looking for Digital Designer, for an initial 12-month contract basis. This role will see you contribute to the development of next-generation AI compute technology, playing a key part in the design and delivery of high-performance silicon.
• You will work within the Design team, supporting the creation of high-quality micro-architecture specifications and RTL implementations, collaborating closely with teams across Physical Design, Verification, and DFT.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement RTL based on micro-architecture
• Collaborate across multi-site teams to ensure cohesive delivery and issue resolution
• Contribute to design infrastructure, methodologies, and EDA tool flows
• Perform block and chip-level design checks: Lint, Synthesis, CDC, RDC, Timing Closure, CoverageWork closely with cross-functional teams including Verification, Physical Design, and DFT

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience in digital design with hands-on RTL developmentSolid understanding of System
• Verilog or VHDLFamiliarity with EDA tools and digital design flowsExperience writing scripts (Python, Tcl) for design automation and issue resolution
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across teamsAbility to manage workload effectively in a hybrid working environment

Desirable Skills

• Experience in processor or application-specific block designHigh-speed interface integration (e.g., PCIe, DDR)Arithmetic pipeline or floating-point unit designThird-party IP integration
• Synth esis, STA, and DFT knowledgeExposure to project planning or team leadership