Sr. Staff Semiconductor Design Engineer, Network Processing

Aptiv's advanced safety and user experience business unit is dedicated to creating innovative solutions that enhance the safety and convenience of vehicle systems. As a Sr. Staff Semiconductor Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and developing cutting-edge software systems that enable Aptiv's advanced safety and user experience solutions.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to work on innovative software solutions that improve the safety and convenience of vehicle systems, we encourage you to apply for this Sr. Staff Semiconductor Engineer position within Aptiv's advanced safety and user experience business unit.

Your Role

Aptiv’s custom silicon management group provides critical custom Silicon for all Aptiv products including Autonomous Driving, ADAS, Infotainment, Zonal Control, and others. This team translates the system requirements of Aptiv’s next-generation products into the SOC/IC requirements and architectural design, then manages the technical performance of external SOC/IC design partners who design the custom silicon SOCs/ICs for use in Aptiv’s products. We are looking for a senior staff design engineer to work closely with multiple engineering teams who are focused on the development of Aptiv’s future generation of products. In your daily job you will:

• Design and implement network processing subsystem microarchitecture for automotive SoCs.
• Evaluate the impact of microarchitecture decisions, considering various trade-offs to achieve the most effective design implementation for the product goals.
• Coordinate and monitor key deliverables and issues involving Aptiv’s internal teams and third-party IP partners. Ensure timely and efficient progress in project milestones.
• Work closely with SoC architects and the software team to ensure seamless integration and interface between hardware components and software layers.
• Conduct thorough design reviews to confirm the comprehensive implementation of required SoC features. Ensure designs meet all specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with our design partners and support them through the execution of the SoC to ensure first-pass silicon success.

Your Background

Key ingredients for succeeding in this role are your:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent. 
• 10+ years of experience in SoC design or verification, with a focus on network processing subsystems.
• Deep understanding of network processing technologies including Ethernet MAC, PHY, Switch, MACsec, TSN, Network DMA, packet processing, and IO virtualization
• Strong understanding of Quality of Service (QoS), security protocols, and fault tolerance design.
• Experience with designing, verifying, or validating network processing subsystem in the SoC
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering or equivalent.
• 12+ years of experience with ARM CPU based ASIC/SOC design.
• Experience with legacy automotive networking standards such as CAN, LIN, and FlexRay.
• Knowledge of automotive functional safety (ISO26262)
• Familiarity with automotive cybersecurity standards and protocols.
• Experience in supporting SoC debug and emulator/FPGA based validation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Why join us?

• You can grow at Aptiv. Aptiv provides an inclusive work environment where all individuals can grow and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity or beliefs.
• You can have an impact. Safety is a core Aptiv value; we want a safer world for us and our children, one with: Zero fatalities, Zero injuries, Zero accidents.
• You have support. We ensure you have the resources and support you need to take care of your family and your physical and mental health with a competitive health insurance package.

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Private health care effective day 1 of employment
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Designated time off, Parental leave)

• Relocation assistance may be available
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers
• Recognition for innovation and excellence
• Opportunities to give back to the community
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Fertility Coverage

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow! 

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Salary Range: $ $146,000 to $430,000

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