Sr. SoC Integration CAD Architect

The Design Methodologies and Tools Engineer / Architect develops and applies Computer Aided Design (CAD) software engineering methods, theories and research techniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems. Assesses architecture and hardware limitations, plans technical projects in the design and development of CAD software. Defines and selects new approaches and implementation of CAD software engineering applications and design specifications and parameters. Develops routines and utility programs. Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval. May specify materials, equipment and supplies required for completion of projects and may evaluate vendor capabilities to provide required products or services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical leadership to define, enable, implement, automate and drive tool/flow/methodology to improve SoC integration efficiency. quality, cost and predictability.
• Work with architects and design team to understand and continuously improve design process from specification to tapeout.
• Interface with the architecture, SoC integration, power, Design implementation, Power, Design Verification and Physical design teams to identify complex technical issues/risks and optimize the implementation efficiency and cost.
• Support the SoC Design and Integration team on project execution.
• You should be familiar with SoC level Clock and Reset, low power design, UPF, CDC/RDC/LINT, DFT, top level integration of connectivity, system bus, peripherals and processor.
• We are looking for someone who is technically hands on and a great team player.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in related discipline with 15+ years' experience preferred.
• Outstanding foundation in Systems & SoC architecture, with expertise in one or more of the following: SoC integration, Frontend-design, Design Verification, Design Emulation, System/performance/power modeling, Design handoffs, Design management, Design reuse, CAD/Automation algorithms.
• Experience analyzing Design and Verification methodologies/flows to identify bottlenecks, left-shift opportunities, and
• Demonstrated tools/flows/methodologies/automation expertise in SoC integration, Verification, Emulation, low power design, power optimization, Functional Safety, System modeling, Synthesis and anlysis.
• Experience with scripting in Perl, Python, TCL, and C/C++.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
• Adept at collaboration among top-thinkers and senior architects with strong interpersonal skills to work across teams in different geographies.

The base salary range for this position is as mentioned below per year. We also provide competitive benefits, incentive compensation, and/or equity for certain roles.
Company benefits include health. dental, and vision insurance. 401(k), and paid leave. Please note that the base salary range (OR hourly rate) is a guideline, and individual total compensation may vary based on a number of factors such as qualifications, skill level, work location, and other business and organizational needs. This base pay range is specific to California and is not applicable to other locations. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range as of the date of this posting is:

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