SoC Design Lead - High-Speed I / O Controller IP

Job Title : SoC Design Lead – High-Speed I / O Controller IPBangalore / HyderabadWe are a well-funded early-stage startup building the next generation of high-performance SoC design technologies.We’re looking for a seasoned SoC Design Lead with deep expertise in microarchitecture and RTL development to drive the design of one of PCIe, CXL, or UCIe controller IP. This is a unique opportunity to shape both our technology roadmap and engineering culture, while working hands-on at the cutting edge of high-speed I / O innovation.Responsibilities- Own the microarchitecture for high-speed I / O controllers (PCIe, CXL, UCIe) – from concept to production-ready RTL.- Lead architectural exploration, research, and specification development, balancing performance, power, and area trade-offs.- Write and optimize RTL code in Verilog / SystemVerilog, ensuring robust, scalable designs.- Partner with verification teams to define assertions, test plans, and debug flows, driving high-quality coverage and sign-off.- Collaborate with physical design engineers on implementation, timing closure, and silicon validation.- Work closely with software / firmware teams to define configuration, integration, and performance requirements.- Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the design team, fostering best practices in architecture, coding, and methodology.Qualifications & Preferred Skills- BS / MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.- 12–15 years of hands-on experience in microarchitecture and RTL design.- Proven track record in large-scale, high-speed, pipelined, and low-power digital designs.- Deep understanding of at least one high-speed I / O protocol (PCIe, CXL, or UCIe); multi-protocol experience is a strong plus.- Proficiency in Verilog, SystemVerilog, and familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools and flows.- Experience developing IP blocks for high-speed I / O controllers; knowledge of PHY integration is a plus.- Strong problem-solving and debug skills; ability to work across the full chip development lifecycle.- Familiarity with Python or other modern scripting / programming languages for automation and productivity is a plus.- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with experience working in cross-functional teams.- Self-starter comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment, with the ability to balance leadership and hands-on contributions.Contact : UdayMulya "Mining The Knowledge Community"