Syntiant Corp. · 16 hours ago
Senior ASIC Design Engineer, Neural Processor
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $185K/yr
5+ years expSyntiant Corp., a leader in the high-growth AI software and semiconductor solutions space, is looking for an experienced and talented Senior ASIC Design Engineer to take on a critical role with expansive responsibilities to enhance the Hardware Engineering function in a growing organization. The role involves participating in the complete digital ASIC design flow and supporting complex failure analyses to ensure smooth ramp-ups and high-volume production.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSemiconductorSensor
Hiring Manager
Stephanie Carey
Responsibilities
Architect & implement Syntiant’s next-generation Neural Digital Processor (NDP) for low-power edge AI applications
Work closely with Machine Learning (ML) team to analyze, map & co-optimize state-of-the-art neural network models to Syntiant’s current and next-generation NDP engine
Create power and performance profiling tool for NDP engine
Lead PPA (Power/Performance/Area) tradeoff analysis to improve design
Pre-/post-silicon design validation and performance testing
Qualification
Required
Minimum Masters degree in electrical engineering with 5+ yrs industry experience
A proven track record of 5+ years in developing low-power signal processing IPs from architecture to implementation
Open to candidates with varied backgrounds, including a PhD with 0-1 year of experience or a Master's with 3 years of experience
Hands-on experience developing IPs using SystemC HLS (High-Level Synthesis)
Good knowledge and experience in architecture/design of NPUs
Good knowledge in ML network architecture (Dense, CNN, RNN, Transformer, etc)
RTL implementation of Digital Signal Processing algorithms, using Verilog or System Verilog
Implementation of test benches and digital verification methods
Experience in PPA (Power/Performance/Area) optimizations
Programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, C/C++, or Perl)
Task centered, self-driven, persistent, and team oriented
Preferred
PhD preferred with + 3 yrs experience
Experience with ML frameworks (Tensorflow, PyTorch, etc.) is a plus
Benefits
Medical: Several plan options including PPO and HSA-compatible plans from Anthem Blue Cross, most of which are 100% paid by Syntiant Corp. for you and your family.
Dental: Company-paid dental PPO coverage from MetLife, including coverage for Orthodontia.
Vision: Company-paid vision PPO coverage from MetLife / VSP.
Life Insurance / AD&D: Company-paid basic Life / AD&D coverage in the amount of 3x your salary (up to $1,000,000). Additional supplemental life insurance with low group rates is available for yourself and your family.
Disability Coverage: Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provides up to 60% income replacement protection.
Spending and Savings Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits for Health Care and Dependent Care. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for those enrolled in a qualified Medical plan.
401K Retirement Plan: Administered by Empower, the 401(k) plan allows you to plan for your future by investing a portion of each paycheck.
Other Benefits: A company-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as access to additional voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Support, and Identity Fraud Protection.
Company
Syntiant Corp.
Founded in 2017 and based in Irvine, California, Syntiant Corp.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$91.37MKey Investors
Khazanah NasionalM12 - Microsoft's Venture FundIntel Capital
2024-12-28Series Unknown
2022-03-28Series D· $56.37M
2020-08-04Series C· $35M
Leadership Team
Kurt Busch
CEO
Steph Bailey
CTO
Recent News
2026-01-05
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