Head Of IC Design

We are looking for a Head of IC Design Development to lead our digital engineering team focused on next-generation capacitive touch controllers and automotive microcontrollers (MCUs).

This is a senior role with technical and managerial responsibilities, offering the chance to shape product strategy, define digital architecture, and directly influence the delivery of cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity to work across global teams, collaborating with system architecture, research, software, sensor, analogue, and test & reliability teams in multiple regions, helping bring innovative ICs from concept to validated silicon.

Key Responsibilities for the Head of IC Design in Fareham,

• Lead the definition and development of digital requirements from product specifications.


• Oversee digital architecture, design, verification, and validation of capacitive touch controller ICs and automotive MCUs.


• Manage the digital engineering team, including resource planning, goal setting, performance monitoring, and budget oversight.


• Mentor and coach IC development engineers, sharing design expertise across the broader engineering community.


• Collaborate with internal and external IP suppliers, ensuring quality, functionality, and successful integration.


• Evaluate and select EDA tools for design, test, verification, and physical implementation.


• Provide technical guidance to improve product performance, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.


• Ensure IC designs comply with low-power, safety, and high-reliability standards.

Requirements for the Head of IC Design in Fareham

• BEng or MEng in Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline (upper second class or equivalent).


• 5+ years' experience in digital or mixed-signal IC design, preferably ASICs.


• 1+ years' experience managing or leading a team.


• Strong expertise in the full digital design process from specification to validated silicon.


• Knowledge of low power design, power management, area analysis, and DfT/DfM methodologies.


• Experience with IP integration, silicon debug, and failure analysis.


• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with ability to work effectively across global teams.

Desirable:

• Mixed-signal IC design experience.


• Familiarity with JIRA and Confluence for project tracking and documentation.


• Experience in the touch sensing industry or with display drivers (DDI).


• Knowledge of ISO-26262 functional safety or similar high-reliability standards.


• Python scripting for automation and design efficiency.

Why Join Us:

• Real impact: Contribute to innovative products and directly influence IC development outcomes.


• Growth and development: Access mentorship, challenging projects, and professional skill development.


• Balanced culture: Supportive and enjoyable workplace with a focus on work-life balance.


• Hybrid working: Flexible schedule with office presence as needed.


• Health & wellbeing support: Access to mental health, wellbeing services, and confidential financial and legal advice.

Apply today to join a team shaping the next generation of touch sensing and automotive ICs.

If you are keen please send over an updated cv to nking@redlinegroup.Com or call 01582 878839 to discuss in more detail.