Lead SoC Architect

Job description

**Summary** We’re a well-funded, stealth startup building a next-generation, end-to-end computing platform powered by a custom, high-performance edge SoC on an advanced process node. By integrating flagship compute IP into an industry-leading design, we are building the optimized silicon foundation for our software platform from the ground up. We’re building a tight-knit, experienced in-house team to drive engineering outcomes and partner with a Tier-1 ASIC design house through the process. As our Lead SoC Architect, you will own the top-level system architecture, shaping the blueprint of our silicon and providing technical direction for both our core engineering team and external partners. **Responsibilities** - **Own the SoC Architecture:** Own the overall SoC architecture, translating product requirements into executable engineering blueprint, and ensure our implementation partner’s frontend team is setting the right bar. - **Drive System Integration:** Collaborate seamlessly with the team to integrate compute, fabric, serdes, etc. - **Manage Architectural Trade-offs:** Take a data-driven approach to finding the balance between thermal constraints, performance goals, and power efficiency. - **Guide Execution:** Serve as the primary technical bridge to our ASIC partner. You will actively audit their floorplanning, timing closure, and routing strategies to ensure the physical implementation preserves our architectural intent. **Minimum Requirements** - 10+ years of system-level design experience for complex SoCs, with a history of successful tapeouts on advanced nodes. - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience. - Deep, practical knowledge of the Arm architecture and AMBA protocols (CHI, AXI, ACE). - Highly comfortable writing meticulous specifications and diving into design details alongside our vendors to overcome complex implementation roadblocks, all while ensuring our aggressive performance expectations can be met.