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TSMC's Analog and Mixed-Signal team is looking to hire a digital and mixed-signal designer with experience in AI implementation to study machine learning in feedback control systems, high-speed digital to analog converters, and SoC power management. The candidate is expected to have solid knowledge and understanding of digital and mixed-signal fundamentals in advanced CMOS nodes. Experience implementing machine-learning architectures is a must. Good understanding of MOS device physics is a must. You will report to the Department Manager of the Advanced Connectivity Department in Austin, Texas. We are currently operating in a hybrid work schedule with 4 days in office.

Responsibilities

  • Select and architect machine-learning in feedback control systems for Internet-of-Things applications.
  • Develop digital functions such as calibration and data processing for high-speed converters.
  • Have the skills to write RTL, run verification, support APR engineers, and do sign-off timing and physical verification.
  • Integrate digital functions in mixed-signal circuits.

Requirements

  • PhD degree with 6+ years or MS with 10+ years of industry experience in digital and mixed-signal design
  • Experience working with machine-learning architectures
  • Experienced with Verilog or SystemVerilog RTL design
  • Experience running front-to-back suite of digital integration tools such as VCS, Verdi, Design Compiler, Fusion Compiler, Innovus, Primetime, StarRC, Formality or equivalent tools.
  • Good top-down design knowledge and experience (deriving specification, system architecture, circuit design, layout and post layout verification and validation)
  • Experience with control theory and feedback
  • Good understanding of advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of test and characterization of mixed-signal circuits in the lab
  • Scripting in TCL, Python, or Perl

Nice-to-haves

  • SoC power management and modeling
  • Understanding of advanced packaging techniques
  • SoC
  • Good time management skills
  • Good communication and documentation skills
  • Good people skills and positive attitude

Benefits

  • Market competitive pay
  • Allowances
  • Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Extensive development opportunities and programs
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