SoC/FPGA Engineer
Pubblicato il 08-10-2026 - Nokia in Padova
Overview
In this role you drive the architecture, design and validation of ASICs for optical modules within Nokia's Optics Subsystems. You will work in an international SoC team to push higher transmission bandwidth while reducing power and size. You’ll translate standards into framer designs, optimize RTL/verification flows, and collaborate across synthesis, physical design, firmware and systems teams. This is a hands-on, impact-focused opportunity to shape next-generation coherent transmission technologies.
Retribuzione / Benefits
- Flexible and hybrid working schemes
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Life insurance
- Well-being programs
- NERGs and coaching/mentors
- Learning and career growth opportunities
Responsabilità
- Architect, specify, design and test ASICs for optical modules.
- Translate standards into framer architecture and optimize RTL/verification flows.
- Collaborate with ASIC synthesis, implementation and physical design teams for handoff and optimization.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with systems,
hardware, software and firmware teams across Nokia locations.
- Contribute to Framer development flow and integrate IPs, with a focus on efficiency and QoR.
Requisiti fondamentali
- Master’s degree or PhD in Electronic Engineering, Microelectronics, Telecommunication Engineering or equivalent
- Strong knowledge of IEEE transmission standards (IEEE 802.3 focus) and Ethernet rates above 100G
- Proven experience in ASIC design and verification and access to toolchains (Synopsys, Mentor, Cadence)
- Proficiency in VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog; TCL and Python scripting
- RTL design and verification experience with emphasis on high-performance, low-power ASICs
- UVM verification experience is a plus
- Basic knowledge of ECC theory and algorithms
- Basic firmware development knowledge (C/C++, drivers, APIs); advanced skills a plus
- Good written and spoken English; strong collaboration with international p