ASIC Design Engineer Intern

Job Title

ASIC Design Engineer Intern

Role Summary

Work on RTL design, verification, and bring-up for Ambarella video/AI SoCs. The role is on an ASIC design team focused on video compression, image processing, neural-network/AI accelerators and processor cores for edge vision products.

Expect hands-on work across RTL implementation, verification, synthesis optimization, testbench development, and chip bring-up support.

Experience Level

Entry-level / Internship. Posting specifies 0–5 years of experience and is an intern role.

Responsibilities

Main engineering tasks and deliverables:

• Design and implement video compression, image processing, neural-network/AI accelerator logic, and processor cores in Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Implement RTL and develop verification environments using SystemVerilog, UVM, C++ and scripting languages.
• Synthesize and optimize RTL for timing, area and power; work on logic synthesis and timing closure.
• Develop unit and cluster-level testbenches, BFMs, random test generators, and functional coverage monitors.
• Create test plans, write random and directed tests, perform logic verification and functional coverage analysis.
• Develop front-end methodologies and tool flows and participate in chip bring-up and testing.

Requirements

Key skills and experience required for successful candidates.

• Strong understanding of computer architecture, logic design and VLSI design.
• Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog and Verilog; familiarity with Perl and other scripting languages.
• Experience with design verification and functional coverage methodologies.
• Ability to write assembly-language programs and automation scripts.
• Basic knowledge of logic synthesis and timing closure.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Nice-to-have: experience with UVM, C++ testbenches, and chip bring-up activities.

Education Requirements

Master's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering or a closely related field. Posting specifies 0–5 years of experience. (No alternative degree or "equivalent experience" language provided.)

About the Company

Company: Ambarella

Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA

Ambarella is a leader in computer vision and video processing technology, providing advanced solutions that enhance the performance of video applications. Focused on quality and innovation, Ambarella develops products for diverse uses, including autonomous vehicles, surveillance systems, and smart cameras, aiming to deliver pristine imagery and efficient compression while minimizing power consumption.