SoC Chip Lead

Job Title

SoC Chip Lead

Role Summary

Lead execution of complex SoC projects from specification through tape-out and productization. Own technical strategy, top-level architecture, and delivery across multiple engineering domains to achieve first-time-right silicon for mission-critical products.

Work closely with design, verification, physical design, power, silicon validation, software, manufacturing, and program management to align technology roadmaps with business objectives.

Experience Level

Senior — 12+ years of relevant semiconductor design experience (as stated in the posting).

Responsibilities

Accountable for defining architecture and driving execution of complex SoCs across disciplines and the product lifecycle.

• Define long-term product and technology roadmaps for complex SoCs and systems.
• Lead IP evaluations, vendor selection, and foundry/node choices.
• Author and drive top-level SoC architecture including interconnect (NoC), memory hierarchy, power management, and micro-architecture.
• Manage SoC lifecycle from concept through definition, tape-out, and productization; drive sign-off for synthesis, DFT, constraints, timing closure, and physical design.
• Ensure silicon meets Power, Performance, Area, and Cost (PPA) targets.
• Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams (RTL, DV, DFT, PD, Power, SiVal) and bridge hardware with software and manufacturing.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, executive decision-making, risk mitigation, and communications with product marketing and customers.

Requirements

Core skills and capabilities required for the role.

• Proven technical leadership in defining and driving digital design strategy and SoC architecture.
• Demonstrated authority in complex SoC architecture design and implementation.
• Deep multi-domain expertise across digital design, verification, physical design, power, and silicon validation.
• Track record of delivering silicon projects to tape-out with strong PPA results.
• Ability to evaluate IP, vendors, and technology nodes and make trade-offs aligned to business goals.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills; able to lead executive-level reviews.
• Industry recognition or thought leadership in digital/SoC design is preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% as required.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

About the Company

Company: Analog Devices

Headquarters: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Analog Devices is a leading global semiconductor company that bridges the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. With a focus on innovation, ADI develops solutions that drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare. The company employs around 24,000 people globally and reported revenues exceeding $9 billion in FY24, creating technologies that transform lives across various sectors.