An innovative, flexible, and collaborative ecosystem

LOCATION: Málaga, Spain
Full-Time

About Innova IRV Microelectronics (IRVI)
INNOVA IRV Microelectronics S.L., a subsidiary of Fundación Instituto Ricardo Valle de Innovación (INNOVA IRV), specializes in Ultra Low Power RISC-V solutions for Microelectronics . The company leads two significant European initiatives: RISCcom “Low-power secure multipurpose RSIC-V based system for wireless communications”, advancing Spain’s microelectronics sector through RISC-V architecture and integrated RF research, and DKULPIOT “Design Kit Ultra Low Power Internet Of Things”, an IPCEI project developing SiP (System in Package) solutions and rapid microcomputing prototyping. Both projects operate under the European Union’s Recovery and Transformation Plan, with support from CDTI and the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism respectively. Fundación INNOVA IRV works as a RISC-V subcontractor in PERTE Chip II, with two granted projects SINAPTIX and RHEIN-MMC

As a Digital ASIC Design Engineer at Innova IRV Microelectronics, you will join our engineering team based in Málaga, working together to shape next-generation chip solutions. You will drive the development of complex chip architectures, from initial specification to implementation, focusing on power optimization, advanced packaging technologies, and integration with analog and communication subsystems. The role combines hands-on technical work with cross-team collaboration, as you’ll help define and implement architectures that balance performance, power, and area constraints. If you have experience in SoC design, are comfortable with industry-standard tools and protocols, and want to contribute to innovative microelectronics development from Málaga, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and development of digital ASICs from specification to implementation.
• Design and development of Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL), firmware and low-level drivers, ensuring proper integration with hardware components.
• RTL development and verification using industry-standard methodologies.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams for system integration.
• Technical documentation and design review participation.

Minimum Knowledge and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in digital ASIC design.
• Master’s degree in electronic engineering, Computer Engineering, or other discipline with focus on semiconductor design.
• Embedded designs and firmware development.
• Knowledge of the full ASIC development process.
• Excellent RTL Verilog or System Verilog coding skills.
• Understanding of backend flow: Synthesis, P&R, DFT, Power, LEC and STA.
• Skilled in Schematic & PCB design.
• Has the ability to work independently and collaborate with other teams or departments.

Desired Knowledge and Experience:

• PhD in Electronic Engineering or related technical discipline.
• EDA tools (Synopsys preferable).
• RISC-V designs.
• Knowledge of power management applications.
• FPGA design and validation.
• Scripting and automation languages like TCL, Python and C/C++.

What we offer

• Innova IRV Microelectronics is proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace. We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience that includes flexible paid time off; private health insurance, …
• We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable
  accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.