- Location
- Rue des Sors 3 (View map)2074 MarinSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
About Em Microelectronic
EM Microelectronic is a distinguished entity within the Swatch Group, renowned for its innovation and excellence in the microelectronic sector. As a leader in the design and production of ultra-low power, low voltage integrated circuits, EM Microelectronic offers a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment. The company is committed to fostering talent and providing opportunities for professional growth within the high-tech industry.
The Staff Digital Design Engineer contributes to and oversees sensor IC development for Em Microelectronic’s Motion & Optical Sensing business unit, covering low-power digital IC architecture, firmware algorithms, module verification, and cross-functional technical interfaces. The role is on site five days per week, with no hybrid or remote work.
Role & Responsibilities
- Technically contribute to and oversee sensor IC development in the Motion & Optical Sensing business unit.
- Define system-level performance and architecture for low-power integrated circuits, develop firmware algorithms to meet system specifications, and deliver to schedule and performance targets.
- Use a structured, organized approach to modeling, developing, and verifying digital modules and functions.
- Serve as the technical interface with remote EM design teams.
- Support the business unit technical leader in product definition, including technical analysis.
- Interface with Quality, Design Services, Fab, and Back-End.
Qualifications
- Experience across digital IC design development, from architecture definition through release to fabrication.
- Solid background in digital architecture and implementation, from RTL to GDS flow, including logic synthesis, place-and-route, Static Timing Analysis, and power analysis.
- Solid background in firmware development.
- Experience with industry-standard tools and validation approaches, including UVM methodology.
- MS and 7–10 years of experience in a relevant field, or an equivalent PhD-level academic background in a matching field.
- Prior experience in machine learning technology and architecture.
- Prior experience with sensor-oriented IC products.
- Ability to communicate clearly and precisely when interacting with external groups.
- Strong motivation to meet external customer requirements for MOS products.
- English at C-level required; French is an asset.
Skills
Experience
7–10 years in a relevant field; experience across digital IC design development, from architecture definition through release to fabrication, and prior experience in machine learning technology and architecture and sensor-oriented IC products.
Education
MS, or equivalent PhD-level academic background in a matching field.
Workplace
This position is based in Marin, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
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Culture
EM Microelectronic promotes a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Employees are encouraged to push the boundaries of technology and contribute to groundbreaking projects. The company values diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment where every team member can thrive.
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