Chip Architect
NXP Semiconductors · Pune Division
- Experience3–6 yrs
- SalaryNot disclosed
- Work modeunknown
- Levelmid
- Posted11 Sept 2026
About NXP Semiconductors
NXP Semiconductors is hiring in Pune Division in semiconductors electronics. This role looks for around 3+ years of experience.
The role
A mid-level Chip Architect role at NXP Semiconductors (systems-on-chip/SoC semiconductor products) translates high-level product requirements into IC architecture, balancing performance, power, area, and cost while leading digital, analog, and mixed-signal architecture definition through tape-out and production qualification. You’ll architect IC structure and test strategy, define detailed technical requirements for design teams, and collaborate across product managers, software architects, customers, suppliers, and partners. Location is Pune Division, Maharashtra, India; work mode is not specified.
Full job description
An experienced IC Architect defines and delivers cutting-edge systems-on-chip (SoC) architectures for next-generation products. In this role, he translates product requirements into a robust architecture, balancing performance, power, area, and cost. He leads the architecture definition, guide design teams, and ensure successful tape-out and production.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture Definition: Architect the overall IC structure, including digital, analog, and mixed-signal blocks (in collaboration with analog IC architect) and test strategy.Requirements Translation: Convert high-level product specifications into detailed technical requirements for design teams.System-Level Optimization: Balance trade-offs in performance, power, area, and cost to meet product goals.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, software architects, and customers to clarify customer requirements; align with project managers on resources, schedules, and milestones.Technical Leadership: Mentor and guide design engineers and sub-system architects throughout development and implementation.Supplier & Partner Interaction: Define technical interfaces and ensure alignment with external suppliers.Project Governance: Support structured project execution and maintain communication with local and remote teams.Expertise Application: Drive end-to-end chip delivery—from concept and specification to tape-out and then towards qualification and production.
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