Principal Logic Design Engineer

Microsoft is a highly innovative company that collaborates across disciplines to produce cutting edge technology that changes our world. Microsoft’s Silicon team builds custom silicon for a diverse set of systems ranging from innovative consumer products like Xbox to high-performance Azure cloud servers, clients, and augmented reality.  
  
We are looking for a Principal Logic Design Engineer to work on leading edge IP development as part of the SCIPS Semi-custom and Central IP Silicon team. The candidate should be a motivated self-starter who will thrive in this cutting-edge technical environment.  
  
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applicants from all background and walks of life. Difference makes us better.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for all facets of design including working with the architecture team, defining/implementing the microarchitecture of IP blocks, RTL design, synthesis, static timing analysis, and silicon validation. Throughout the program you will be interacting with architects for feature definition, interacting with various design teams for leverage and collaboration, and working closely with design verification and software teams.  Experience working with high speed microarchitecture design required. We are also looking for strong design team leadership experience. 

Embody our Culture and Values

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

• 9+ years of related technical engineering experience 
  • OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience or internship experience 
  • OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience or internship experience 
  • OR Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience 
• Experience in Digital Design including microarchitecture specification development and RTL coding in Verilog/System Verilog   
• Experience in developing/optimizing high speed ASIC CMOS designs
• Proficiency in Verilog, System Verilog, and scripting languages such as Python, Ruby or Perl  

Other Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.  

Preferred:

• 15+ years