Red Cell Partners · 1 day ago
Digital Design & Verification Engineer (Contractor)
Torrance, CA
Contract
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$135K/yr - $155K/yr
2+ years expRed Cell Partners is an incubation firm focused on building technology-led companies in healthcare, cyber, and national security. They are seeking a motivated Digital Design Engineer to develop digitally controlled power management integrated circuits, involving the full lifecycle of design from RTL development to post-silicon validation.
FinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Design and implement digital blocks within PMICs using Verilog/SystemVerilog and standard ASIC design flows
Participate in pre-silicon simulation and verification using Cadence tools and standard cell libraries
Support ASIC tape-out activities, including synthesis, static timing analysis, and design signoff
After silicon returns from the foundry, focus on developing FPGA-based test builds (using Xilinx tools) to validate and characterize fabricated PMIC silicon
Interface and integrate digital control logic with analog/mixed-signal blocks commonly found in power management applications
Write and maintain automation scripts for regression testing, build flows, and hardware validation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including analog designers, layout, validation, and test engineers to ensure robust and reliable PMIC design
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the field
Experience with RTL coding using SystemVerilog
Experience debugging hardware in a lab environment using benchtop equipment: oscilloscopes, waveform generators, power supplies, logic analyzers
Solid understanding of ASIC design flows including RTL design, synthesis, timing closure, and verification
Experience with digital simulation tools (e.g., Xcelium, Questa, Vivado Simulator)
Experience with FPGA development using Xilinx tools (Vivado, ISE) for prototyping and silicon validation
Proficient in scripting (Python, TCL, Perl) for automation and test
Strong digital design fundamentals and hardware debugging skills
Excellent analytical and debugging skills
Effective communication and documentation habits
Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to high-quality work
Comfortable working in cross-functional teams and fast-paced environments
Preferred
Experience with post-silicon validation and debug of PMICs or mixed-signal ICs
Familiarity with standard cell libraries and digital integration in mixed-signal environments
Knowledge of digital control systems for power regulation, sequencing, or monitoring
Familiarity with Cadence digital implementation tools (Genus, Innovus, Conformal)
Experience in hardware/software co-design and test automation
Benefits
100% employer paid, comprehensive health care including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
Paid maternity and paternity for 14 weeks at employees' normal pay.
Unlimited PTO, with management approval.
Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
Optional 401K, FSA, and equity incentives available.
Company
Red Cell Partners
Red Cell Partners uniquely positioned at the creative intersection of investing and national security.
51-200 employees
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Funding
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Grant Verstandig
Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO
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