Systems and Digital ASIC Engineer (EP-ESE-ME-2026-160-GRAP)

Join CERN's IC Technology R&D team and contribute to the development of advanced electronics for future particle detectors. We are seeking an engineer with expertise in system-level modelling and digital ASIC design to work at the interface between architecture-level simulation and hardware implementation. In this role, you will help develop and validate innovative electronic systems, bridging high-level design exploration with hands-on digital hardware development.

Responsibilities

Develop and use simulation models to study and optimise electronic systems for future particle detectors.; Contribute to the design and implementation of digital integrated circuits based on system-level specifications.; Support the verification and validation of electronic designs through simulation and testing.; Collaborate with engineers, physicists and software developers on the development of advanced detector electronics.; Help improve the performance, efficiency and reliability of electronic systems.; Document designs, results and technical developments, and share knowledge within the team.; This role includes team supervision responsibilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of digital electronics and digital design gained through academic, research or personal projects.; Familiarity with hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog or SystemVerilog.; Understanding of system-level modelling, simulation and verification techniques.; Interest in integrated circuit design and advanced electronics for scientific applications.; Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and collaborative environments.; Good programming skills in C++ and familiarity with Python.; Knowledge of digital design concepts and hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog or SystemVerilog.; Familiarity with simulation, modelling and software development tools.; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.; Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.; Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.; You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State .; You have a professional background in Electronics (or a related field) and have either:; a Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience,; or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience.; You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.

Benefits

A monthly net stipend of either 6372 or 7004 Swiss Francs per month depending on your degree.; 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.; Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.; Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.; A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.; Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.; On-the-job and formal training including language classes.