Principal System/DSP designer

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GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GF makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.  

Your Role 

In this role, you will help define and architect advanced digital signal processing and communication system solutions that drive next generation ASIC-based optical transceivers. You will translate complex system level requirements into robust architectures, models, and validation strategies, ensuring seamless execution from concept to silicon. 
Your work will span architectural definition, algorithm modeling, simulation, lab validation, and cross functional collaboration—playing a key role in shaping the performance and capabilities of our high-speed optical products. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Design specifications, architecture, and micro-architecture for advanced signal processing and communication algorithms. 

• Define and document chip-level requirements, architecture, verification strategies, and lab test plans. 

• Perform bit-accurate modelling and simulation using MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++. 

• Build and execute system-level transceiver simulation suites, including vector matching verification against RTL simulations. 

• Conduct ASIC lab testing, debugging, and performance validation. 

• Prepare technical documentation, application notes, and provide customer support. 

Required Qualifications  

• Master’s degree/Ph.D. with 12+ years of experience. 

• Strong foundation in Communication Theory and Digital Signal Processing algorithms. 

• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++, Python, Unix, and Linux environments. 

• Familiarity with analog circuit behaviour, transmission line theory, and s-parameters. 

Preferred Qualifications (if any) 

• Prior experience architecting communication systems for high-performance ASIC-based products is highly valued. 

• Hands-on lab skills are considered a strong advantage. 

We Offer  

• Base Salary  

• Equity  

• Annual Bonus Plan  

• Medical Insurance  

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/careers/opportunities-in-europe/