AI/ML driven ASIC Design and Implementation Principal Engineer

organization. You'll be working and connecting with AI/ML and automation experts in the industry to explore state-of-the-art AI/ML CAD techniques as a part of VLSI CAD SW, prescribe key methods and requirements for tools & features to leverage for ASIC design. In this role, you will work & develop prototype solutions to evaluate various state-of-the-art AI/ML techniques to identify the best solutions in close collaboration with Architecture, IP design, So C Design, Verification, Implementation and Design Enablement teams to drive new ways of working, improvements to current ways of working, addressing design quality challenges and continuously improve NXP Semiconductors design, verification and implementation flows. While developing these new ways of working, successful candidates will be working on actual designs and implementation to pilot and develop the automation. This opportunity is to enable Digital Transformation to leverage state-of-the-art AI/ML ideas to improve NXP designs for the Edge-AI, Automotive Processors and Advanced microcontrollers in NXP. Successful candidate will be working in a fast-paced engineering environment, on a leading-edge advanced node technologies enabling automated building of exciting and complex So Cs. Job Summary Explore research ideas and solutions that bring AI/ML applications to VLSI design Work closely with Academic research communities in AI/ML for VLSI design, Architecture teams, IP and So C designers and So C Implementation teams from multiple sites to explore and evaluate for leading edge So C technologies serving multiple industries These automation applications include use of Gen AI, Reinforcement Learning, Graph Neural Networks, and convolutional Networks Strong AI/ML expertise and software background required Job Qualifications BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related disciplines with strong background in SW development 10+ years of experience in developing complex SW projects, and hands-on expertise in programming using Python & C++ Hands on experience in Unix/Linux, revision control (Git, Bit Bucket), SW development and debug tools Excellent analytical problem solving skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Desirable skills/experience: Data structures, algorithms and SW development for optimization problems. Prior experience in VLSI CAD methodology and tool development Understanding or prior experience with EDA tools for design, verification, DFT and implementation Strong understanding of design, layout, constraints (SDC, Clocks, CDC, RDC), Static timing analysis, Low-power and Power-aware flows (UPF) Experience with Design revision control (GIT, Design Sync) and Make Splunk, Jenkins, LSF and CI/CD process More information about NXP in India... #LI-29f4 NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & Io T, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. For more information, visit www.nxp.com Bright Minds. Bright Futures. We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we offer online and offline learning opportunities to help you develop some of your core and professional skills. Commitment At NXP. We recognize NXP is a powerful change agent as we continue to deliver innovative solutions that advance a more sustainable future. We remain steadfast in our commitment to sustainability and making measurable year-on-year progress. Also, we aim to create an inclusive work environment and we will not tolerate racism, discrimination or harassment of any kind. We have programs in place focused on diversity, inclusion and equality. Thank you for considering a career at NXP. To help you prepare for the different steps in our hiring process, see the following useful advice and tips. Are you already an NXP employee? Do not apply here. Instead, you must apply via our internal career page. Thank you for your interest in supporting our recruitment efforts. Please note that NXP operates under a strict Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for all recruitment activities. Any candidate profiles or resume submitted without a prior written agreement or explicit request from our Talent Acquisition team will be considered unsolicited. Such submissions will be deemed free of any obligations, and no fees will be paid by NXP or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, or divisions - regardless of whether the candidate is hired, either coincidentally or otherwise. Thank you for your understanding.