{"id":93830,"date":"2026-04-07T20:31:03","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T16:31:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/job\/innatera-staff-digital-design-engineer-cpu-architecture-risc-v-s\/"},"modified":"2026-04-07T20:31:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T16:31:08","slug":"innatera-staff-digital-design-engineer-cpu-architecture-risc-v-s","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/herecareers.com\/ar\/job\/innatera-staff-digital-design-engineer-cpu-architecture-risc-v-s\/","title":{"rendered":"Innatera: Staff Digital Design Engineer &#8211; CPU Architecture &#038; RISC-V (S)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Remote Jobs<\/p>\n<p>Region: Anywhere in the World<\/p>\n<p>State: <\/p>\n<p>\n  <strong>Headquarters:<\/strong> Netherlands\n<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re looking for a&nbsp;<strong>Staff Digital Design Engineer<\/strong> to take technical ownership of RISC-V-based CPU architecture and subsystem integration in our next-generation neuromorphic SoCs.<\/p>\n<p>In this high-impact role, you\u2019ll lead the design and implementation of advanced CPU cores and digital IPs, from high-level specification to final sign-off. 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Your work will help create solutions that power intelligent devices, improving industries and empowering everyday life, from consumer electronics to healthcare.<\/p>\n<p>Our culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and real-world impact provides a unique opportunity to work alongside disruptive innovators, talented engineers, researchers and specialists.<br \/>As part of our team, we recognize that your expertise and dedication are invaluable. 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