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Netlist

ASIC Engineer

Netlist, Irvine, California, United States, 92713

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ASIC / SoC Design Engineer Reports To:

VP, ASIC Engineering Company Overview: Netlist Inc.

(NASDAQ: NLST) is a leading provider of high-performance modular memory subsystems and next-generation storage-class memory solutions. We specialize in cutting-edge technologies that enable innovation in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise infrastructure. Our product portfolio includes DDR4/DDR5 DIMMs, NAND-based SSDs, and advanced interconnect technologies such as

CXL

and

PCIe . Join our world-class engineering team and be part of shaping the future of memory and storage architecture. Position Summary: Netlist is seeking an experienced and innovative

ASIC / SoC Design Engineer

to contribute to the development of advanced memory subsystem controllers and interface technologies. In this role, you will work from high-level architectural specifications to define microarchitectures, implement RTL, integrate third-party IPs, and deliver PPA-optimized ASIC/SoC designs through to tape-out. Key Responsibilities: Translate architectural specifications into

block-level microarchitecture

with a focus on

power, performance, and area (PPA)

optimization Develop

synthesizable RTL

in Verilog or SystemVerilog for custom controller, interface, and logic modules Integrate and validate

third-party IP cores

including

PCIe

,

CXL

,

DDR3/4/5

,

NAND

, and

SSD-related

interfaces Perform

functional simulations

,

unit-level verification

, and

assertion-based checks Execute

logic synthesis

,

static timing analysis (STA)

,

clock domain crossing (CDC)

checks, and

timing closure Collaborate across hardware, firmware, validation, and physical design teams to drive full-chip integration Support bring-up and post-silicon validation of ASICs and FPGA prototypes Contribute to design reviews, documentation, and test planning Required Qualifications: BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 10+ years

of relevant design experience, or MS with 8+ years

in ASIC / SoC hardware development

Demonstrated expertise in

PCIe

,

CXL

,

DDR3/DDR4/DDR5

,

NAND flash

, and

SSD controller

design

Solid understanding of

RTL design

, digital logic principles, and ASIC/SoC development flows

Proficient in

EDA tools

for synthesis,

STA

, and

CDC analysis

Experience integrating and validating

commercial IP blocks

in complex SoC environments

Strong

debugging

, problem-solving, and

analytical skills

Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Preferred Qualifications: Tape-out experience with

high-performance ASICs or SoCs Familiarity with

HLS tools

,

formal verification

, or

low-power design flows Experience with

FPGA prototyping platforms

(Xilinx, Intel/Altera) Background in

memory controller

or

storage-class memory

architecture Prior experience in

CXL controller design or verification Why Join Netlist: Contribute to pioneering work in

CXL

,

DDR5

, and

next-gen memory technologies Work alongside some of the industry's top engineers in ASIC, memory systems, and storage Enjoy a

collaborative and agile work culture

focused on innovation Competitive compensation and

comprehensive benefits package Flexible work environment including

remote opportunities

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