Ethernet Switch ASIC Design Engineer
QualcommJob Title
Ethernet Switch ASIC Design Engineer
Role Summary
Design and implement RTL for Ethernet switching datapaths and control logic within the ASICS Engineering team. Work on SoC-level integration of Ethernet switch subsystems and support chip bring-up.
Collaborate with architecture, firmware, design verification and validation teams to debug functional and performance issues and deliver timing-closed silicon on schedule. Role is based in Shanghai, China.
Experience Level
Mid-level. The posting does not specify required years of experience.
Responsibilities
Core technical responsibilities for the role include:
- Implement RTL design, synthesis, and timing closure for networking datapath and control logic.
- Participate in SoC integration with focus on Ethernet switch subsystems.
- Debug functional and performance issues across design, design verification (DV), and validation teams.
- Collaborate with architecture, firmware, and validation teams to support chip bring-up and system-level verification.
Requirements
Required and preferred technical skills and attributes.
- Must-have: Familiarity with ASIC development: logic design, RTL coding, verification, synthesis, timing closure, and physical design flow.
- Must-have: Knowledge of Ethernet switching concepts (L2/L3 forwarding, bridging, routing, packet processing pipelines, basic QoS).
- Must-have: Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work under tight schedules.
- Must-have: Fluent in Chinese and English, both verbal and written.
- Nice-to-have: Experience with AXI/NoC, PCIe, or other high-speed interfaces.
- Nice-to-have: Scripting skills (C/C++, Tcl, Perl) preferred.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
About the Company
Company: Qualcomm
Headquarters: San Diego, California, United States
Qualcomm is a global leader in semiconductor and telecommunications equipment, specializing in mobile technologies and innovations. Known for its Adreno GPUs, the company provides solutions enabling advancements in mobile gaming, AI, VR/AR, and autonomous driving. Qualcomm's cutting-edge technology and commitment to high-performance, power-efficient designs drive the evolution of mobile graphics and connectivity worldwide.
