What Youll Do :
- Be the technical lead of a cross-functional team (hardware engineering, software developers, verification engineers) to define, design, simulate, fabricate and iterate a RISC-V Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) System on a Chip (SoC) product for defense and commercial applications based on our client's secure RISC-V CPU. The RTL already exists the major task is transferring that capability to a functioning, production-ready ASIC. Tasks ahead will follow the latest industry-standard design methodologies to finalizing the RTL code, synthesis, place-and-route and verification.
- Be the primary technical interface with pilot customers, the internal engineering team and external subcontracted specialists to define and document product features, use cases, and functional requirements
- Finalize and maintain the microarchitecture definition and associated documentation (complete ASIC specification, requirements and verification plan), including performance, I / O, power consumption, area utilization, recurring cost and security functionality
- Develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive verification strategy including testbench development, functional verification and performance verification. Ensure the verification team has adequate coverage and highest probability of first-pass success.
- Continuously evaluate new ASIC technologies, design methodologies for possible incorporation into the design.
- Prioritize and schedule a product roadmap that defines the inclusion of technical features to align with timing of market need and competitive advantage
- Decompose the product plan into actionable and trackable tasks, including design reviews and demonstrations that the team can execute to
- Identify strategic partners to assist in the development, marketing, and sustainment of the product to augment internal capabilities
Required Qualifications & Experience
Must have proven work experience designing and fabricating an ASICMore than 8 years of ASIC design and architecture experience is requiredSolid technical background with understanding and / or hands-on experience in ASIC product developmentAt minimum a BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fieldStrong proficiency in RTL coding (Verilog or VHDL), ASIC design flow, and EDA toolsIn-depth knowledge of ASIC architectures, including digital logic design, clocking methodologies, and low-power design techniquesExperience with industry-standard ASIC design methodologies (e.g., RTL synthesis, place-and-route, timing closure) and verification methodologies (e.g., UVM, SystemVerilog)Strong problem solving skills and willingness to roll up ones sleeves to get the job donePreferred Qualifications & Experience
US Security Clearance, Active or current within the last two yearsIn-depth understanding of microprocessor market and processor architecturesWorking knowledge of applied cryptography and cyber security topicsExperience applying principles of cyber security to operational technology and embedded systemsRequired Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status
Must be a US Citizen
Must-Haves
Education / qualification : BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Minimum Relevant Experience :
More than 8 years of ASIC design and architecture experience is requiredExperience designing and fabricating an ASICStrong proficiency in RTL coding (Verilog or VHDL), ASIC design flow, and EDA toolsExpert in processor architecturesCross-functional leadership in designing and fabricating RISC-V ASIC SoC