Cornelis Networks · 2 days ago
Ethernet ASIC Design Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expCornelis Networks delivers high-performance scale-out networking solutions for AI and HPC datacenters, and they are seeking a Senior ASIC Design Engineer with extensive experience in Ethernet design. The role involves designing and implementing advanced Ethernet protocols for next-generation switch ASICs, collaborating with verification engineers, and contributing to performance optimization strategies.
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Responsibilities
Design and implement advanced Ethernet protocols for next-generation Ethernet switch ASICs, focusing on RTL development
Develop microarchitecture specifications for Ethernet protocol blocks
Implement Ethernet protocols such as Priority Flow Control, TCP, UDP, RoCEv2, VLAN, ECMP, DCQCN, ECN, and Security in Transmit and Receive pipelines using Verilog/System Verilog
Collaborate with verification engineers to create block- and system-level test plans to ensure comprehensive design coverage
Define timing constraints for RTL blocks and work with Physical Design engineers to optimize timing closure
Support post-silicon validation, collaborating with hardware, firmware, and software teams to debug and resolve ASIC issues
Contribute to performance optimization and power-aware design strategies for Ethernet subsystems
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
10+ years of industry experience in digital design with proficiency in Verilog and System Verilog
Experience in RTL design for Ethernet protocols relevant to adapters and switches
Familiarity with timing closure and modern physical design methodologies
Proven ability in system-level debug and root cause analysis of technical issues
Strong verbal and written communication skills
15+ years of ASIC design experience
10+ years of relevant experience in networking hardware design
Proven expertise in 50G, 100G, 400G Ethernet MAC/PCS protocols, TCP/IP, RDMA/RoCE, IPSec
Preferred
Deep knowledge of Ethernet architecture and networking protocols (L2/L3/L4 layers)
Prior experience with Ethernet MAC integration and development of L2/L3/L4 protocols for ASICs, including system debug
Expertise in multiple clock domain designs and asynchronous interfaces
10+ years of experience with scripting languages such as TCL, Python, or Perl
Familiarity with EDA tools like Design Compiler, Spyglass, or PrimeTime
Benefits
Health and retirement benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Disability and life insurance
Dependent care flexible spending account
Accidental injury insurance
Pet insurance
Generous paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Open Time Off (OTO) for regular full-time exempt employees
Sick time
Bonding leave
Pregnancy disability leave
Company
Cornelis Networks
Cornelis Networks develops purpose-built fabrics for scientific, commercial, and government organizations.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$93.3MKey Investors
IAG Capital PartnersDowning Ventures
2024-03-12Series B· $25M
2023-08-24Series Unknown· $19.3M
2022-11-14Series B· $29M
Leadership Team
Lisa Spelman
CEO Cornelis Networks
Philip Murphy
Co-Founder, President, and Chief Operating Officer
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