Requirements: English
Company: Swave Photonics
Region: Leuven , Flanders
At Swave Photonics, were not just dreaming about the future: were building it! We are a fabless semiconductor company that designs and markets holographic chips based on proprietary diffractive photonics technology. Our mission is to enable display manufacturers and content creators to disrupt the visualization market with immersive ultra-high resolution, life-like, true holographic displays.
Imagine a world where holographic displays make the impossible possible, where visualization meets collaboration and transforms productivity. Joining Swave means being at the forefront of this revolution, shaping the future of immersive technology.
To drive our ambitious vision, were opening a position of Digital Chip Lead. As part of our IC Design team, you will play an important role in the coordination of the chip design process.
Role and responsibilities:
- You will lead the technical side of developing a Digital ASIC.
- You will define and design the top level of the IC, specifying the architecture and liaising and controlling the sub system designers, including external partners.
- You will be responsible for top level simulations using tools such as Cadence Xcelium.
- You will be responsible for the pad ring, ESD, and general integration of the top level, co-ordinating the layout and driving the tape out process.
- Your focus will be on product engineering and manufacturability.
- You will report to the VP IC Design.
Qualifications:
- You have a Bachelor or Master degree in Electronics Engineering, or proven experience.
- You have at least 8 years of experience in a similar role.
- You have a digital SoC background with a thorough knowledge and understanding of digital circuits.
- You will be capable of defining the Chip architecture, liaising with Marketing, customers and internal teams to address the chip requirements.
- Youre familiar with semiconductor testing.
- Youre able to plan and execute according to tight schedules: you thrive in a fast-paced start-up context.
- Youre a team player with good communication and coordination skills.
- You have excellent professional command of English both spoken and written.
What we offer you:
- A competitive salary package tailored to your knowledge, skills, and experience.
- An exciting and dynamic work environment with sufficient opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive both personally and professionally.
- The flexibility you need to maintain a healthy work-life balance, because your well-being matters to us.
- An informal and vibrant company culture built on authenticity, mutual trust, and open communication, where your voice is valued.
- A team of talented and passionate colleagues who inspire and challenge each other, with plenty of room for creativity, collaboration, and, of course, fun! From team-building activities to spontaneous celebrations, we make sure work feels rewarding in every way.
Location:
Our headquarters are in the vibrant city of Leuven, Belgium. While the magic happens on-site, some remote work options are available.