Principal Engineer, Performance Modeling Architect

Advancing the World’s Technology Together
Our technology solutions power the tools you use every day--including smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and powering the future. 

We believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We’re dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we’re building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.

What You'll Do

• Simulation architecture, performance modeling framework, development and analysis
• Understand an integration of internal/external IP and analyzing system level performance
• Perform high-level performance modeling and analysis of hardware features and applications
• Work with teams to analyze/optimize and identify complex usage case scenarios and application workloads
• Create system simulation models for software development
• Create system simulation models for performance analysis/verification
• Work with teams to characterize and optimize new architectures, functions, and features
• Work with both hardware and software engineers and be able to communicate and articulate architectural proposal
• The role is flexible to be in offices in San Jose, San Diego, or Folsom, CA

What You Bring

• BS + 20 yrs experience, MS + 18 yrs experience, PhD + 15 yrs in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field
• Strong C/C++ programming, Python, performance modeling framework, development and analysis
• Strong knowledge in system-level application and software development
• Experience in modeling architecture
• Knowledge of ARM CPU microarchitectures
• Experience in simulator and modeling development skills
• Experience in creating virtual prototype and using its tools
• Experience in programming modern parallel architectures
• Experience in data modeling and data architectures
• Self-motivated problem-solver with an ability to work well in a team.
• Expertise in C/C++ software developing skills
• Proficiencies in SystemVerilog or SystemC
• Expertise in computing architecture
• Familiarity with simulation techniques
• Familiarity with SSD/firmware algorithms and architectures
• Deep understanding of PPA (performance, power, and area) trade-offs.
• Familiarity with digital design and verification flows.
• Familiarity with SoC interconnect fabrics and their implications to HW acceleration IPs
• Deep understanding of flash memory controller architecture, and related IP design, verification, SOC implementation process and tools.
• Thorough knowledge of general computer architecture: computer/server systems, processors, storage, I/O, network, data centers, and typical applications.
• Understanding of the emerging technologies (CXL, Computation in memory and storage, Ethernet-attached SSD etc.) in server memory and storage systems 
• Track record of innovation and creativity in problem solving
• Must be highly motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet aggressive project deadlines in a team environment
• Ability to work successfully with cross-functional teams, including coordinating across organizational boundaries and geographies.

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Our total rewards programs are designed to motivate and engage exceptional talent. The pay range for roles at this level across all US locations and job function is displayed below. Within the base pay range, individual rates depend on a number of factors—including the role’s function and location as well as the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, education and training. This is part of our comprehensive compensation package with annual bonus eligibility and generous benefits to help you live life well.

 

Base Pay Range$158,400—$312,000 USD

What We Offer
An investment in your future, is an investment in ours. That’s why we offer a diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to competitive compensation and the usual Medical/Dental/Vision/401k, our inclusive curation of benefits empower our people to care for their whole selves.
Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.
Enjoy Time Away You’ll start with 4+ weeks of paid time off a year, plus holidays and sick leave, to rest and recharge.
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