- JOB
- Belgium
16 Jun 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- IMEC
- Research Field
- Engineering » Other
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)Recognised Researcher (R2)Established Researcher (R3)Leading Researcher (R4)Other Profession
- Positions
- Other Positions
- Application Deadline
- Country
- Belgium
- Type of Contract
- Permanent
- Job Status
- Full-time
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- Not funded by a EU programme
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
Senior Digital Front-End Design Engineer – Drive the complete RTL-to-GDS flow and shape next-generation silicon solutions.
What you will do
As a Senior Digital Front-End Design Engineer, you are responsible for all design tasks in the RTL-to-GDS flow, ensuring high-quality and efficient implementation of complex ASIC designs. You work in a highly skilled Front-End (FE) team that provides design services to both internal IMEC research groups and external customers worldwide. The team consists of 10 members with diverse experience levels ranging from 2 to 35 years, offering a collaborative environment for knowledge sharing and technical growth.
- Perform RTL synthesis and optimize for timing, area, and power.
- Execute DFT (Design-for-Test) insertion using industry-standard tools.
- Conduct Logical Equivalence Checking (LEC) to validate design integrity.
- Generate and validate ATPG (Automatic Test Pattern Generation) patterns.
- Improve test coverage through advanced methodologies.
- Run pre-layout and post-layout test pattern simulations to ensure robustness.
- Collaborate closely with physical design teams for seamless RTL-to-GDS integration.
- Utilize Cadence EDA tools for synthesis, verification, and sign-off.
- Apply Tessent (Siemens) tools for DFT insertion and ATPG in specific projects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve design issues across the front-end flow.
- Document design processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality design services.
Where to apply
Requirements
- Research Field
- Engineering » Other
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
Who you are
You are an experienced ASIC design professional with a strong background in front-end methodologies and a passion for delivering high-quality silicon. You bring:
- 5+ years of experience in ASIC front-end design, including RTL-to-GDS flow.
- Proven expertise in synthesis, DFT, LEC, ATPG, and test coverage improvement.
- Hands-on experience with Cadence tools (Genus, Modus, Conformal, etc.).
- Familiarity with Tessent tools for DFT and ATPG.
- Solid understanding of digital design principles, timing closure, and test strategies.
- Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog and scripting languages (Tcl, Python, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
Additional Information
Benefits
Who you are
You are an experienced ASIC design professional with a strong background in front-end methodologies and a passion for delivering high-quality silicon. You bring:
- 5+ years of experience in ASIC front-end design, including RTL-to-GDS flow.
- Proven expertise in synthesis, DFT, LEC, ATPG, and test coverage improvement.
- Hands-on experience with Cadence tools (Genus, Modus, Conformal, etc.).
- Familiarity with Tessent tools for DFT and ATPG.
- Solid understanding of digital design principles, timing closure, and test strategies.
- Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog and scripting languages (Tcl, Python, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- imec
- Country
- Belgium
- City
- Leuven
- Postal Code
- 3001
- Street
- Kapeldreef 75
- Geofield
Contact
- City
- Leuven
- Website
- Street
- Kapeldreef 75
- Postal Code
- 3001
- jobs@imec.be