Senior Chip Architect – £150k – £220k – Cambridge

My Client, a pioneering force in the semiconductor industry, is seeking a visionary Director-level Senior Chip Architect to spearhead our next-generation chip design initiatives. As a key leader of there engineering team, you will drive strategic innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration across multiple disciplines to shape the future of semiconductor technology.

We are looking for a highly accomplished Senior Chip Architect with a proven track record of leading complex chip design projects. You will be responsible for architecting and implementing high-performance, power-efficient chip designs, ensuring seamless integration of power management, timing closure, physical layout, data management, bandwidth optimization, and gate-level simulation. Your expertise will guide/lead from a technical expertise level in developing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers.

Senior Chip Architect experience needed:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute long-term chip architecture strategies aligned with business goals.
• Technical Expertise: Oversee the design and implementation of power management systems, timing closure methodologies, physical layout optimization, data management strategies, bandwidth enhancement techniques, and gate-level simulation tools.
• Collaboration and Mentorship: Lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior architects, and foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Customer Focus: Work closely with customers to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions that exceed expectations.

The main technical skills needed for the Senior Chip Architect role are:

• Experience: 15+ years of experience in chip design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of power management, timing closure, physical layout, data management, bandwidth optimization, and gate-level simulation.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools and methodologies.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, drive technical innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary £150,000 – £220,000 per annum (Salary depends of experience and skillset bring to the role)
• Bonuses
• Private Health care
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Attractive location
• Ample free car parking
• Opportunity to work at a cutting-edge technology company
• Chance to make a significant impact on the future of wireless technology
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

My client offers a 3-stage process that can be completed within 2 weeks subject to your availability.