Director - IC Design - Mixed Signal Flex IC's - Cambridge, UK

Job DescriptionOverviewPragmatic is seeking an exceptional Director of IC Design to lead a growing team through a critical period for the business. The Director of IC Design will be responsible for developing and delivering innovative mixed-signal IP, foundation IP, and IC products, targeting Pragmatic's FlexIC process.Leveraging strong technical and management skills, the successful applicant will ensure that differentiating IP is developed for both Pragmatic standard products and for foundry customers. This will require a focus on both innovation and project execution, striking a balance between near term revenue generation and longer term technology roadmaps.The IC Design team covers disciplines from concept to tape out, including systems engineering, analog / digital design, and layout. Reporting to the VP Product Development, the Director IC of Design will own the development strategy for a growing team, building capability and capacity to meet the demands of a dynamic and fast moving business.Key tasksProvide technical leadership and line management of the IC Design functionDevelop IP roadmaps delivering innovative IP to the FlexIC foundryWork closely with the technology team to help define next generation platformsDevelop appropriate verification methodologies for mixed-signal IP and FlexIC’sPartner with Program Management Office to create plans and provide resourcesDrive a Right-First-Time philosophy for FlexIC tape outs, based on proven IP starting pointCreate design collateral in support of internal Design Quality SystemAttend project and design review meetings to represent team and to resolve issuesQualifications and trainingDegree or post-graduate in electronic engineering, or equivalent experienceSkills and experienceSolid understanding of IC Design, including architecture, analog, digital and implementationPrevious line management experience, ideally in multi-disciplined teamsExperience in mentoring team members, developing career goals, and enabling growthAbility to think strategically to develop effective plans and organisational structureStakeholder management, representing the team to internal and external customersExperience in IC Design EDA methodology and roll out of new flowsProactive problem solving skills, willing to work across boundaries to ensure successAbility to work to tight deadlines and progress multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent communication skills and ability to craft compelling narratives, both written and verbal
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