ASIC Design Engineer - IC Tool Flow Specialist

As an ASIC Design Engineer - IC Tool Flow Specialist, you will contribute to our purpose of Bringing People Closer. You will manage and develop our IC tool flow for both frontend and backend, ensuring that our IC flows are productive and scalable. By working closely with our team of highly skilled ASIC design and verification engineers, you will take our tool flow to the next level, enhancing our capabilities and maintaining our leadership in the industry.

The team you will be part of
You will join a team of highly skilled ASIC design engineers dedicated to designing the chipset for future generations of hearing aids. Our team culture is centered on group performance and mutual support, with a commitment to excellence and innovation. We aspire to create an environment where every member’s contribution is appreciated, and where we collectively overcome challenges to achieve our goals.

Your contribution is appreciated, and you will:

• Take responsibility for maintaining and developing the Synopsys based IC tool flow.
• Collaborate closely with designers to understand requirements and develop flows that meet their needs while being robust, scalable and easy to maintain.
• Analyze current flows and devise strategies for improvement and future development.
• Properly document IC tool flows to enhance ease-of-use and minimize support efforts.
• Plan and prioritize the IC tool work in close collaboration with IC management.

To succeed in the role, we imagine that you:

• Have a strong foundation in Python, preferably with an emphasis on Object-Oriented Programming.
• Possess experience with Make, TCL, Bash/Shell scripting in Linux, and flow automation in Gitlab (CI/CD).
• Understand software architecture and scalability, including the reuse of flows and tools across projects.
• Experience with the Synopsys frontend / backend tools chain (e.g. VCS, Design Compiler, SpyGlass).
• Are an experienced Linux user.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

We encourage you to apply
Even if you don’t match all the above-mentioned skills, we gladly receive your application if you think you have transferrable skills. We highly value the right mindset, motivation, and energy, and we believe that the right personal competencies are highly important for creating success.

We are dedicated to an inclusive recruitment process and all applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Join us in bringing people closer
GN brings people closer through our leading intelligent hearing, audio, video, and gaming solutions. Inspired by people and driven by innovation, we deliver technology that enhance the senses of hearing and sight. We help people with hearing loss overcome real-life challenges, improve communication and collaboration for businesses, and provide great experience for audio and gaming enthusiasts.

How to apply?
To apply, use the ‘APPLY’ link no later than April 15th, 2024. Applications are assessed on a continuous basis, so don’t wait to send yours.

Quick apply
You are welcome to use our Quick Apply function, where you only submit your up-to-date CV including a few sentences outlining your motivation for applying – quick and easy.

We encourage you to submit your CV without a photo to ensure an equal and fair application process.

If you would like to know more about the position, please contact Digital IC Team Manager, Michael da Costa Carneiro on

We hope you will join us on this journey and look forward to receiving your application.

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Location: Ballerup