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Junior ASIC Backend Engineer
Axis Communications AB
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Posted Oct 29
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Job Title Junior ASIC Backend Engineer Job Description *Join our team as an ASIC Backend Engineer!* Are you passionate about advanced ASIC development and eager to work at the forefront of technology? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter? We are looking for candidates to expand our dynamic ASIC Backend team in Lund to help shape the future of our ARTPEC SoC chips. Learn more; [https://newsroom.axis.com/article/artpec-foundation-quality](https://newsroom.axis.com/article/artpec-foundation-quality) Your future team The ASIC System team is at the heart of developing the next generations of ARTPEC SoC chips. We are responsible for the SoC architecture and the ASIC implementation phase, playing a crucial role in both ongoing projects and future innovations. Our team consists of Project Managers, ASIC SoC System Architects and ASIC Back-End Engineers. We work closely with our ASIC vendor, internal RTL design and verification teams, and key stakeholders to ensure our SoC designs meet the highest standards. We are a highly skilled and motivated team with a mix of junior and senior members. Our strength lies in our individual expertise and our collaborative, open working environment. The team designs and implements the SoCs used in Axis products including security features that give our products a high level of trust in IoT ecosystems and enables interoperability with major IoT security standards. For this we are now looking for candidates that want to join our ASIC Backend team. What you will do as ASIC Backend Engineer As an ASIC Backend Engineer, you will work with a broad range of tasks such as floor-planning, synthesis, equivalence checking, power integrity and timing closure. Our team has a key role in the implementation phase where we bring all new functionality into working silicon. This is done in close collaboration with the RTL design team as well as the ASIC vendor throughout all phases of the project. The ASIC Backend Engineer plays an important role in the ASIC project and has a large impact on the performance and quality of the ARTPEC chips. You will be part of a team that have the expert knowledge of all implementation details and design checks required to get an optimal chip out of advanced ASIC technology nodes. We use state-of-the-art tools and design flows and are continuously improving our way of working to be ready for the next round of design complexity and technology challenges. We are now looking for a junior ASIC Backend Engineer to strengthen our team. Some typical areas that you will participate in as ASIC Backend Engineer are: · Top level floorplan and power planning · Subsystem partitioning and macro placement · Block and subsystem physical synthesis · Low power implementation · Top level I/O timing constraints development · Timing optimizations and timing closure · Static and dynamic IR-drop analysis · Equivalence checking · Evaluation of new tools and technologies Who are we looking for/Who are you? We are looking for highly motivated engineers who want to make a difference. Suitable background would be a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, engineering physics or similar. We are looking for a junior engineers and hope you will bring qualities like: · Knowledge of ASIC technologies and low-power implementation flows · Experience from EDA tools used for floor-planning, synthesis and timing closure · Experience from writing SDC based timing constraints for STA and for driving implementation tools · Experience from UPF based low-power implementation flows · Programming and scripting skills in C, Python, TCL and similar languages · Good presentation and communication skills in English As a person we believe you are analytical and systematic. You enjoy sharing your knowledge and ideas with both senior and junior team members. You are curious and eager to learn new areas to improve yourself, our team and our way of working. As teamwork is crucial for Axis it is important that you contribute to a good team spirit by promoting a creative and stimulating work environment. At start you will be provided with a mentor that will help you during the onboarding program and accelerate your ramp-up, personal development and guide you through Axis giving you a foundation for a great network within the company What Axis Has to Offer We are a world leader in network video, where cutting-edge technology meets global impact. Here, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future of security and surveillance — developing solutions used worldwide. As a fast-growing company, we offer exciting career opportunities. You’ll grow professionally through continuous learning, supported by a collaborative team that values creativity, innovation, and work-life balance. *Our Lund HQ Campus, including the impressive Grenden building, offers a dynamic environment with spaces crafted to encourage collaboration, whether through informal “*[*fika*](https://lifeat.axis.com/we-love-fika/)*” chats, formal meetings,* [*or after-hours activities.*](https://lifeat.axis.com/after-hours-culture/) *Check it out:* [*Axis HQ*](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqhMGiGOMZE) Your well-being matters to us. We offer a range of benefits, including a company bonus, Friday cake, wellness allowance, health insurance — and even your own Axis bicycle. To learn more about Axis, our innovative products, solutions, and vibrant company culture, explore: [Life at Axis blog](https://lifeat.axis.com/) [Engineering at Axis blog](https://engineeringat.axis.com/) [Innovation at Axis](https://www.axis.com/about-axis/innovations) Ready to Act? Do you want to join us? Apply today! Contact our recruiting ASIC Systems Manager Tomas Larsson on phone +46 46 272 1500 if you want more information. Type of Employment Permanent Employment Posting End Date 2026-11-12 *Certain roles at Axis require background checks, which means applicable verifications will be done in these recruitments.* *Notice will be provided before we take any action.* About Axis Communications We enable a smarter and safer world by creating innovative solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, we offer solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, enhanced by intelligent analytics applications. With around 6,000 committed employees in over 50 countries, we collaborate with partners worldwide. Together, we thrive in our friendly, open, and collaborative culture and inspire each other to think beyond the expected. United by our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability, we consistently seek to develop our skills and way of working. Let´s create a smarter and safer world For more information about Axis, please visit our website [www.axis.com](https://www.axis.com). Listen to [Axis Communications Playlist](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5VtNxNRyvWAsRmqUygnjYt?si=3ef93c36e649467f&nd=1&dlsi=cde832a9741f4669) We enable a smarter, safer world by creating innovative solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, we offer solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, enhanced by intelligent analytics applications. [Axis for cities](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnaTxaA8poc) [Axis podcast playlist](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5VtNxNRyvWAsRmqUygnjYt?si=246861de28614ef2)