Chip Design
Designing the logic and structure of digital chips, from the early concept stage all the way to a working prototype ready for manufacturing.
About Me
Pranjal Sharma
Chip Design Engineer turned Educator. Helping electronics graduates break into the semiconductor industry since 2023.
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Pranjal Sharma
CEO & Founder • Chip Design Specialist
Vision
In His Own Words
"Empowering the Next Generation of VLSI Enthusiasts every electronics graduate deserves a real shot at a career in chip design."
I started VLSI Insights because I lived the frustration myself. Fresh out of engineering college, I had a degree but no practical skills that companies actually look for. There was a huge gap between what universities teach and what the semiconductor industry needs and almost nobody was bridging it.
After working at companies like Agnisys and NXP Semiconductors and getting an M.Tech with Honours, I realised I could use everything I learned on the job to help the next batch of engineers skip the years of confusion I went through. Since founding VLSI Insights in 2023, we have trained over 500 students and placed them in technology companies across India and abroad.
Milestones
Professional Journey
B.Tech in Electronics Engineering
Completed a Bachelor of Technology from Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology, AKTU building a strong foundation in electronics and digital systems.
Chip Design Engineer, 3ST Technologies
Started his professional journey working on 5G technology projects, gaining hands-on experience in real-world chip design workflows used by major telecom companies.
Design Verification Engineer, Agnisys
Worked at a leading chip automation company, specialising in verifying that chip designs behave correctly before they go into production. Also completed an M.Tech with Honours from AKTU (Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College) alongside this role.
Engineer, NXP Semiconductors & Semi Designs
Joined NXP Semiconductors one of the world's largest chip makers working on complex digital chip projects. Also published two research papers in IEEE, the world's leading engineering journal.
CEO & Founder, VLSI Insights
Founded VLSI Insights to close the gap between college education and industry expectations. Has since trained over 500 students and placed them in top technology companies, partnering with 50+ MNCs along the way.
Core proficiencies
Areas of Expertise
Design Verification
Testing and validating chip designs using industry-standard tools to make sure everything works correctly before it goes into production.
5G Technology
Hands-on experience with 5G communication systems at the hardware level, understanding how modern networks are built into chips.
Embedded Systems
Programming microcontrollers and small computers that power everyday devices from medical equipment to smart home gadgets.
Research & Publishing
Published researcher in IEEE the world's largest technical professional organisation. Research covers communication protocols and chip testing methods.
Career Mentoring
Trained 500+ students and guided them from college graduation to landing real jobs at top technology companies with a practical, industry-first approach.
Track record
Notable Work & Achievements
01
IEEE Research Publication
Published two research papers in IEEE (2022): one on UART Communication Protocol analysis and one on FIFO design and verification using layered testbench and assertion techniques. Both are widely referenced in the engineering community.
02
500+ Engineers Placed at Top Companies
Built the VLSI Insights training program from scratch and has successfully helped over 500 graduates land jobs at leading technology companies across India and internationally, partnering with 50+ MNCs to make it happen.
03
Industry Experience at NXP Semiconductors
Worked directly at NXP Semiconductors, one of the top chip-making companies in the world. This real industry experience is what makes VLSI Insights training different every lesson is grounded in actual workplace practice.
Public engagements
Speaking & Technical Writing
IEEE Research Paper
Analysis of UART Communication Protocol
Published in IEEE • 2022 • Lead Author
IEEE Research Paper
Design and Verification of Generic FIFO Using Layered Testbench and Assertion Technique
Published in IEEE • 2022 • Lead Author
Career Guidance
How to Break into the Semiconductor Industry
VLSI Insights YouTube Channel • vlsiinsights9
Mentorship Programme
From Electronics Graduate to Chip Design Professional
500+ Students Mentored • Ongoing
Direct collaboration
Connect Directly with Pranjal Sharma
Whether you want to join a training program, get career advice, or explore a corporate partnership Pranjal is directly reachable and happy to help.