Digital Design Engineer

Company Overview:

Axonne Inc. is an innovative fabless Silicon Valley semiconductor design company specializing in the development of cutting-edge high-speed networking solutions for the automotive and robotics industries. With a focus on driving digital transformation, Axonne combines advanced research with practical applications to create products that enhance connectivity, data transfer, security, and system integration, facilitating the realization of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Axonne continues to be a trusted partner for organizations seeking to future-proof their value proposition and unlock new possibilities and opportunities for growth and success.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will develop and maintain automation software and internal engineering tools, including scripts, debug utilities, and application tools to support silicon bring-up and validation. You will also help validate and test semiconductor devices to ensure they meet performance and reliability requirements.

You will participate in design reviews, provide technical feedback, and work closely with hardware designers, firmware engineers, and product managers to support smooth system integration and successful product development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Python scripts to automate feature and functional testing.
• Develop and maintain embedded SW tools for semiconductor devices.
• Validate chip functionality at both the electrical and protocol/system levels.
• Collaborate with chip designers and firmware engineers to analyze silicon behavior, debug issues, and resolve design concerns.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong experience with scripting languages such as Python and shell.
• Familiarity with software development best practices and life cycle concepts.
• Experience with Python, C, or C++ programming.
• Understanding of electronic circuit design and analysis.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong analytical skills and the ability to independently debug complex issues.
• Strong communication skills and experience working in a team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Team player, able to communicate effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Knowledge in Ethernet, PCIe, WiFi or other communication protocols is a plus.
• Experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal generators, and other test equipment is a plus.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with analog/mixed-signal, verification, software, and systems teams to ensure successful integration.
• Support silicon bring-up and debug, and assist in production validation activities.

Axonne is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and fast-growing automotive semiconductor startup and contribute to the development of cutting-edge ASIC technology that powers the future of automotive E/E Architecture innovation. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team!

Note: Axonne does not accept unsolicited referrals from recruitment agencies for all open positions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $87,293.11 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• real work: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Jose, CA 95110 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person