Principal ASIC Design Engineer (Medtech)

TL;DR

Principal ASIC Design Engineer (Medtech): Developing next-generation implantable medical devices using low-power SoC methods with an accent on digital design, physical implementation, and system integration. Focus on architecting, verifying, and testing high-reliability integrated circuits that directly impact patient health outcomes.

Location: Must be based in Mounds View, Minnesota, USA. This is a hybrid role requiring minimum 4 days a week onsite.

Salary: $135,200 – $202,800 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in healthcare technology, dedicated to alleviating pain, restoring health, and extending life through innovative engineering solutions.

What you will do

• Define ASIC architecture and create System Verilog RTL designs.
• Manage physical design implementation including synthesis, STA, PAR, and power analysis.
• Support verification processes, debug designs, and improve coverage.
• Perform lab analysis on ICs using debuggers and oscilloscopes to verify functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including firmware, test engineering, and research.
• Determine optimal design approaches and parameters to meet stringent medical quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant engineering field.
• Minimum 7 years of ASIC Design experience (or 5 years with Master's, 3 years with PhD).
• Expertise in System Verilog RTL design and physical implementation flows.
• Must be able to work onsite in Mounds View, MN for at least 4 days per week.
• Must have U.S. work authorization (sponsorship provided for Principal level).
• Proven ability to define and solve complex technical problems in a team environment.

Nice to have

• Experience in medical device development.
• Strong proficiency in scripting (Python, Tcl, Perl) and automation.
• Knowledge of DSP and mixed-signal IC design.
• Familiarity with Cadence CAD tools and UVM methodologies.
• Experience with agentic AI for tool flow automation.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HSA, and FSA.
• Retirement support through 401(k) with company match and non-qualified plans.
• Paid time off, holidays, and disability leave.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan and tuition assistance programs.
• Focus on professional growth, collaborative innovation, and work-life balance.