Designs and implements CPU RTL, performs RTL coding and simulation, optimizes logic for power/performance/area/timing, documents microarchitectural specs, reviews verification, fixes failing RTL tests, and supports SoC integration and customers.
Job Details:Job Description: Develops the logic design, register transfer level (RTL) coding, and simulation for a CPU required to generate cell libraries, functional units, and the CPU IP block for integration in full chip designs. Participates actively in the definition of architecture and microarchitecture features of the CPU being designed. Applies various strategies, tools, and methods to write RTL and optimize logic to qualify the design to meet power, performance, area, and timing goals as well as design integrity for physical implementation. Reviews the verification plan and implementation to ensure design features are verified correctly and resolves and implements corrective measures for failing RTL tests to ensure correctness of features. Documents micro architectural specs (MAS) of the CPU features being designed. Supports SoC customers to ensure highquality integration of the CPU block.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications
• The candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or any STEM related education with at least 2+ years of experience -OR- Master's Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
• At least 1+ years of coursework or experience in the following areas:
o Basic Logic Design
o Microprocessors
o Computer Architecture
o Digital design and RTL coding
o Verilog/SystemVerilog and/or VHDL
o Synthesis tools (Design Compiler, Genus)
o Scripting languages (Python, Perl, TCL)
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with advanced verification methodologies (UVM, OVM)
• Knowledge of low-power design techniques
• Understanding of physical design constraints and timing closure
• Experience with version control systems (Git, Perforce)
• Experience with simulation tools (ModelSim, VCS, Xcelium)
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $105,650.00-200,340.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Job Type:College GradShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Primary Location: US, Texas, AustinAdditional Locations:US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, Oregon, HillsboroPosting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/ABenefits
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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $105,650.00-200,340.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
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