Senior Principal Digital IC Design Engineer (Semiconductors)

TL;DR

Senior Principal Digital IC Design Engineer (Digital IC/ASIC): Leading the design of major digital IC subsystems and full-chip disciplines for data infrastructure and AI semiconductor solutions with an accent on architecture, PPA optimization, and high-performance SoC development. Focus on solving complex technical problems in networking, SoC fabrics, and CPU subsystems to drive long-term product roadmaps.

Location: Ottawa, Canada

Salary: 170,300 - 227,100 CAD per annum

Company

hirify.global provides semiconductor solutions that serve as essential building blocks for data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, AI, and carrier architectures.

What you will do

• Provide end-to-end leadership for major digital IC subsystems or full-chip design disciplines.
• Drive architecture and microarchitecture decisions impacting product performance, PPA, and long-term roadmaps.
• Solve complex, high-impact technical problems using independent judgement in methods and tools.
• Set technical direction and design methodology, influencing best-practice adoption across cross-functional teams.
• Represent the company's technical positions in key customer, partner, and vendor engagements.
• Mentor and guide engineers to foster knowledge sharing and improve delivery quality.

Requirements

• BS/MS in EE/CS with 15+ years of hands-on experience in all aspects of digital design (full-chip, subsystem, and IP).
• Expertise in semiconductor ASIC design/verification methodologies and flows.
• Proven track record of leading complex SOC design activities under tight schedule pressure.
• Strong knowledge of Verilog and System Verilog.
• Technical expertise in areas such as Ethernet, Networking/Switching, NOC fabrics, or CPU subsystems.
• Must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under U.S. export control laws (EAR).

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Work environment based on shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity.
• Access to tools and resources dedicated to professional growth and success.

Hiring process

• Interviews designed to evaluate individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time.
• AI tools (transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT) are strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.