Principal SoC Architect (Walnut Creek)

Principal SoC Architect

In This Role

• Lead a team of 3-5 highly experienced semiconductor engineers.
• Work with the platform architects to create SoC architecture specifications.
• Work with the OS/SW/AI algorithms team to define SoC & IP features.
• Work with OS/SW teams to define memory and IO features.
• Work with internal as well as 3rd‑party IP providers to drive the SoC architecture.
• Comprehend SoC use cases and compare all IPs for PPA, features, and drive IP selection.
• Work with SoC micro‑architects for IP integration definitions, HW/SW interfaces, and programming models.
• Determine power, performance and area tradeoffs as well as data and control flow interactions.
• Determine electrical and thermal considerations at the chip, package, and system levels.
• Coordinate and track key deliverables and issues with Aptiv’s internal and 3rd‑party IP partners.
• Perform design and verification reviews via coverage matrix to ensure all use cases are fully verified.
• Create acceptance criteria for synthesis, STA, verification, validation, and test‑coverage aspects.
• Work with design partners and support them through the execution of the SoC to ensure first‑pass silicon success.

At a Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.
• 12+ years of experience in ARM CPU‑based SoC architecture and silicon development.
• Strong experience with ARM‑based memory and IO virtualization.
• Strong experience with Ethernet and PCIe protocols.
• Strong experience with memory subsystems and NoC.
• Must be a resident of the Greater Walnut Creek, California area with ability to work on site.

The Successful Candidate will Have as Many of the Following Experiences and Capabilities as Possible

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent.
• 15+ years of experience with ARM CPU‑based ASIC/SOC architecture and design.
• Experience and knowledge of 3rd‑party IP ecosystem.
• Experience with RTL coding for a complex silicon project from concept to launch.
• Experience in supporting SoC debug and emulator/FPGA‑based validation.
• Experience in Tcl, Perl, Python scripting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• It’s a plus if you have automotive design experience.

Salary

Salary ranges are: $168K - $300K. As a candidate for this position, your salary will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors Aptiv considers relevant to the hiring decision.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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