Core Performance Architect

Overview About SiFive As the pioneers who introduced RISC-V to the world, SiFive is transforming the future of compute by bringing the limitless potential of RISC-V to the highest performance and most data-intensive applications in the world. SiFive’s compute platforms enable leading technology companies to innovate, optimize and deliver advanced solutions across AI, machine learning, automotive, data center, mobile, and consumer markets. At SiFive, we are excited to connect with talented individuals who are passionate about driving innovation and changing the world. Our teams collaborate to come up with groundbreaking ideas and solutions that aim to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives. SiFive is a place for engineers who want to do incredible work and be challenged by innovative projects that push the boundaries of their skills and creativity. The Role SiFive, a leader in RISC-V CPU IPs, is looking for an experienced leader to guide research and development of next-generation high-performance processors. The performance architect will lead the performance team to work with the architect and design team to research and develop the highest-performance core architecture / micro-architecture. Responsibilities Guide a team of performance engineers to research, model and develop architecture / micro-architecture ideas to build state-of-the-art performance processors that meet aggressive performance targets. Collaborate with Product Management and Product Architect to define architecture / product performance targets. Design and conduct experiments to research and develop architecture / micro-architecture features. Work with the design team to implement and deliver performance targets in RTL. Qualifications MS or PhD in Computer Science / Computer Architecture. 10+ years of experience in high-performance processor development. 5+ years involved in the engineering team delivering HW or SW products. Hands-on expertise with HW development (RTL/implementation flows, verification/validation, backend flows, FPGA flows); FPGA debugging, including use of Integrated Logic Analyzer for waveform capture and debug. Expertise in analyzing performance bottlenecks in micro-architecture and software stack. Awareness of potential security holes is a plus. Strong foundation in computer architecture of high-performance out-of-order CPU designs; awareness of known industry micro-architectures is a plus. Strong foundation in workload characterization to identify HW/SW performance bottlenecks. Strong foundation in workload reduction techniques for efficient performance simulation and projection. Pay & Benefits Consistent with SiFive values and applicable law, we provide information to promote pay transparency and equity. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. 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 role’s location. Pay within these ranges varies based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The starting salary varies based on factors including qualifications, 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: $254,340.00-$310,860.00 In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/incentive compensation and/or equity. This role is also eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Additional Information This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of right to work in the United States of America. Any offer of employment is contingent on verification that you are authorized for access to export-controlled technology under applicable export control laws or, if not authorized, the ability to obtain any necessary export license(s) or other approvals. SiFive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an E-Verify employer and comply with all E-Verify regulations. California residents: please see our job candidate notice for information on handling personal information and privacy rights: Privacy Policy Document. #J-18808-Ljbffr SiFive