SoC/FPGA Engineer

Nokia

SoC/FPGA Engineer developing state-of-the-art silicon devices for NOKIA's optical transmission systems. Collaborating with international teams to architect and verify complex ASIC designs.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeVimercate • 🇮🇹 ItalyMid-LevelSenior💰 €34,491 - €77,884 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in ASIC and FPGA design and verification, with a strong focus on optical communication systems and advanced signal processing algorithms. Proficient in collaboration within international teams, ensuring seamless integration and delivery of high-performance ASIC solutions.

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ASIC DesignFPGA DesignVHDLVerilogSystem Verilog

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Hard Skills

ASIC DesignFPGA DesignRTL DesignVerificationSynthesisSignal Processing AlgorithmsPower OptimizationTCLPythonUVM

Soft Skills

TeamworkCommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SynopsysMentorCadenceLINUX

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Electronic EngineeringPhD in MicroelectronicsPhD in Telecommunication Engineering

Industry Keywords

Coherent Optical Transmission SystemsTransmission TheoryForward Error CorrectionModulation FormatsTransmission Protocols

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As an ASIC engineer working on the architecture and development of advanced sub-micron devices, you'll face technically challenging tasks that also require strong teamwork and communication skills.
You'll be an integral part of an international development team, where collaboration and shared problem-solving are key to designing system-on-chip devices for coherent transmission systems.
Design part of complex ASICs and IP for optical communication systems, implementing advanced signal processing algorithms to enhance system performance and efficiency.
Oversee RTL design, verification, and synthesis processes to deliver high-performance, low-power ASIC solutions.
Analyze and optimize power consumption by leveraging the latest CMOS technology nodes.
Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in ASIC synthesis methodologies.
Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, hardware, software, firmware, and test engineering, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of solutions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree or PhD in Electronic Engineering, Microelectronics, Telecommunication Engineering or equivalent
Knowledge and practical experience about ASIC and FPGA design and verification, respective implementation tools (Synopsys, Mentor, Cadence), the related design languages (VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog), script programming (TCL, Python) and overall development environment and methodologies (e.g. UVM)
Knowledge about coherent optical transmission systems and their components, transmission theory and algorithms, forward error correction, modulation formats and their implementation
Basic understanding of firmware development, software structures and methods (C/C++, development of drivers and APIs for the design blocks)
Good communication skills, fluent written and spoken English (required), with a strong interest to collaborate with international partners.
Inter-disciplinary and inter-cultural collaboration experience (would be beneficial)
Knowledge in LINUX-based systems IT infrastructure management (would be beneficial)
Knowledge of Transmission protocols adopted in Communication industry (would be beneficial)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible and hybrid working schemes
A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
Well-being programs to support your mental and physical health
Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & skills development
Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond