Job Description:

The Role:

SiFive, a leader in RISC-V CPU IPs, is looking for an experienced leader in helping SiFive to research and develop next generation high performance SoC.   The SoC architect will guide the team to develop system IPs such as IOMMU, interrupt controllers, memory controllers and a wide variety of IPs to be used in datacenter and networking SoCs . He will also be deeply involved in the platform security and will help to develop groundbreaking new security features.

What you will do:

Define features

• Architect system IPs like IOMMU and system level solutions.

• Define the platform security requirements and define the architecture of the needed security features.

• Work with Product Management, Product Architect to define architecture / product specifications

• Design and carry out experiments to research and develop architecture / micro-architecture features 

• Work with the design team to implement and deliver system IPs

Interface with customers

• The SoC architect will have a chance to interact directly with customers to understand their needs, use cases and to help resolve their concerns/issues.

Interface with RVIA

• The SoC architect will participate in various SIG/TG/HC related to the system architecture.

Requirements:

• MS or PhD in Computer Science / Computer Architecture

• 10+ years of experience in SoC architecture

• 5+ years involved in the engineering team to deliver HW products.

• Has experience in SoC design flow, including spec definition, microarchitecture design, and performance modeling.

• Knowledgeable in CPU architectures, power management and SoC design.

• Deep understanding in platform hardware, operating systems, device drivers and firmware interactions.

Pay & Benefits

Consistent with SiFive values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location.  Please note that the base pay range is a guideline, and our compensation range reflects the cost of labor in the U.S. geographic market based on the location of the role. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience. 

For candidates who receive and offer, the starting salary will vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, such qualifications as, skill level, competencies, and work location.  The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee.

Base Pay Range

In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity.  In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!