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Are you a leader? Do you want to utilize your engineering background to make big things happen? Can you influence, connect, get results and communicate effectively? Can you deliver on a predictable and dynamic schedule? We have an extraordinary opportunity for senior level engineers to drive and lead technical engagements between Apple and silicon suppliers working on groundbreaking technologies.
The Custom Silicon Management Group provides critical custom silicon for all mobile products including iPhone, iPad, and AppleTV. Apple is looking for remarkable applicants for our Display Digital Design lead role to work with multi-functional teams and external vendors to define, develop and productize the next generation of devices.
Description
Imagine yourself at the center of our hardware development effort where you will collaborate with all subject areas, playing a strategic role of getting functional products to millions of customers quickly.
You will have the opportunity to integrate and come-up with new insights, as well as work with vendors to promote efficiency in the Silicon community. We value your technical understanding of digital design principles. Here are the main responsibilities of this role:
- Assist in architecture, implementation, verification, emulation and validation of custom silicon.
- Trade off specific issues against system limitations.
- Help improve engineering requirement specification documents for custom silicon.
- Work with internal teams to assure that documents meets needs.
- Work with external vendors in developing micro-architecture, verification and emulation of custom silicon.
- Drive vendor’s methodology to meet Apple standards.
- Target to achieve bug free first silicon to meet ambitious product schedules.
Minimum Qualifications
BS degree
Digital design engineering experience
Experience in at least two of the following: Hands-on experience with FPGA emulation, silicon bring-up, characterization or debug.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ Years of relevant industry experience.
Experience with mixed signal design.
Experience with display interconnect standards such as MIPI, DP, HDMI.
Experience with display pipeline elements and/or TCON development.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $166,600 and $296,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Are you a leader? Do you want to utilize your engineering background to make big things happen? Can you influence, connect, get results and communicate effectively? Can you deliver on a predictable and dynamic schedule? We have an extraordinary opportunity for senior level engineers to drive and lead technical engagements between Apple and silicon suppliers working on groundbreaking technologies.
The Custom Silicon Management Group provides critical custom silicon for all mobile products including iPhone, iPad, and AppleTV. Apple is looking for remarkable applicants for our Display Digital Design lead role to work with multi-functional teams and external vendors to define, develop and productize the next generation of devices.
Description
Imagine yourself at the center of our hardware development effort where you will collaborate with all subject areas, playing a strategic role of getting functional products to millions of customers quickly.
You will have the opportunity to integrate and come-up with new insights, as well as work with vendors to promote efficiency in the Silicon community. We value your technical understanding of digital design principles. Here are the main responsibilities of this role:
- Assist in architecture, implementation, verification, emulation and validation of custom silicon.
- Trade off specific issues against system limitations.
- Help improve engineering requirement specification documents for custom silicon.
- Work with internal teams to assure that documents meets needs.
- Work with external vendors in developing micro-architecture, verification and emulation of custom silicon.
- Drive vendor’s methodology to meet Apple standards.
- Target to achieve bug free first silicon to meet ambitious product schedules.
Minimum Qualifications
BS degree
Digital design engineering experience
Experience in at least two of the following: Hands-on experience with FPGA emulation, silicon bring-up, characterization or debug.
Preferred Qualifications
10+ Years of relevant industry experience.
Experience with mixed signal design.
Experience with display interconnect standards such as MIPI, DP, HDMI.
Experience with display pipeline elements and/or TCON development.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $166,600 and $296,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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- NVIDIA19
- Apple16
- Google11
- Amazon9
- Meta8
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- Technology & Software34
- Electronics & Hardware34
- Artificial Intelligence7
- Aerospace & Defense4
- Retail3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior asic design engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in RTL design using Verilog or SystemVerilog
- Experience with industry-standard EDA tools such as Synopsys or Cadence
- Hands-on experience with full ASIC design flow from specification through tapeout
- Familiarity with timing closure, DFT, and low-power design techniques
- Strong understanding of physical design constraints and semiconductor process nodes
Tips for Your Senior Asic Design Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume for each design stage
Recruiters scanning senior asic design engineer resumes look for which phases you own: RTL, synthesis, place-and-route, or signoff. List each stage explicitly rather than grouping them under a generic 'design experience' bullet so your depth is immediately clear.
Highlight tapeout experience with specifics
Tapeout credits are a strong differentiator at the senior level. Name the process nodes you've worked on and whether you led or contributed to each tapeout. Employers use this to gauge both technical depth and your ability to deliver under production deadlines.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior asic design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by process node requirement
Many senior asic design engineer postings specify a preferred node, such as 7nm, 5nm, or 3nm. Applying to roles that match your node experience avoids early screening cuts and signals you can contribute from day one without a long ramp-up.
Prepare a design walkthrough for interviews
Senior-level ASIC interviews almost always include a deep-dive on a past design. Be ready to walk through architecture choices, timing closure decisions, and tradeoffs you made. Generic process answers without concrete design context rarely pass the technical bar at this level.
Negotiate beyond base salary at offer stage
Total compensation for senior asic design engineers typically includes equity, sign-on bonuses, and tape-out bonuses. Before accepting, ask specifically about each component and vesting schedules so you can compare offers on equivalent terms rather than base alone.
Senior Asic Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior asic design engineers?
The companies hiring the most senior asic design engineers right now include NVIDIA, Apple, and Google, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Semiconductor companies and hyperscalers building custom silicon consistently account for the highest volume of senior-level postings.
How many senior asic design engineer jobs are remote?
About 26% of senior asic design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than many engineering disciplines because tapeout cycles often require on-site lab access. Roles focused on RTL design and functional verification tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while physical design and silicon bring-up positions are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a senior asic design engineer?
You typically start with a degree in electrical or computer engineering, then build hands-on RTL design skills through junior roles or graduate research. Gaining end-to-end tapeout experience across multiple projects is the key milestone that moves engineers from mid-level to senior. Deepening expertise in a specific domain like low-power design, high-speed interfaces, or verification accelerates that transition. Familiarity with EDA tools used in production flows is expected before most senior interviews.
Can I get hired as a senior asic design engineer without direct ASIC experience?
Moving into a senior asic design engineer role from an adjacent background is difficult but possible if you can demonstrate transferable depth. Engineers coming from FPGA design, digital signal processing, or custom analog design have successfully transitioned by completing relevant coursework, contributing to open-source RTL projects, or pursuing contract tapeout work to build a portfolio. Employers expect you to close the gap before applying rather than planning to learn on the job.
What does the senior asic design engineer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter screen focused on your design background and tool experience, followed by a technical phone screen covering RTL concepts and timing fundamentals. On-site or virtual loops usually include a design exercise, a deep-dive walkthrough of a past project, and system-level architecture questions. Some companies add a coding round focused on hardware description languages or scripting. Final rounds often involve a hiring manager conversation about project ownership and cross-functional collaboration.
Where can I find and apply to senior asic design engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior asic design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that match your experience and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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