Principal ASIC Architect

Piper Companies is seeking an ASIC Architect to join a fast-growing innovator in AI infrastructure, for an onsite permanent position in Saratoga, CA . The ASIC Architect will be l eadin g the definition, modeling, and implementation of high-performance ASIC architectures that power next-generation networking and computer systems.

Responsibilities of the ASIC Architect include :

• Translate high-level system requirements and application use cases into detailed architecture and functional specifications in collaboration with technical leadership.
• Define and align ASIC architecture with system-level goals for performance, power, and efficiency through close coordination with microarchitecture and design teams.
• Drive modeling and analysis of datapath behavior to validate architectural decisions, focusing on packet flow, throughput, latency, power, and area trade-offs.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across RTL, Verification, Physical Design, and Firmware to ensure successful implementation, integration, and tape-out readiness.

Qualifications for the ASIC Architect include :

Compensation for the ASIC Architect :

This job opens for applications on 9 / 26 / 25. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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