SoC Performance Architect

Charterhouse; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative technology startup in Dubai is looking for a SoC Performance Architect. You will define architecture for next-generation Machine Learning ASICs and work within a cross-functional team. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in high-performance ASIC development, strong programming skills in C/C++, and a good understanding of computer architecture concepts. Excellent English communication skills are essential. The role offers competitive terms and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of experience in defining and delivering high-performance ASICs.
• Strong understanding of microprocessor architecture and memory systems.
• Exposure to designing HP AI accelerators like GPUs, NPUs, or TPUs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Define the architecture for Machine Learning ASICs.
• Conduct performance analysis and architecture definition.
• Work closely with designers and software engineers.

Skills

Performance analysis

Architecture definition

C / C++ programming

SystemC programming

Understanding computer architecture

Communication in English

Job description

Job description

Charterhouse is working with an innovative technology startup specializing in the design and development of advanced, customized server hardware solutions. The company has a big focus on ML (Machine Learning) applications and AI (Artificial Intelligence). They are growing and looking to hire an SoC Performance Architect.

About the role

This role as a Performance Architect involves defining the architecture for the next generation of Machine Learning ASICs, developed using advanced process technologies and designed to offer leading performance and feature sets.

The role will have various responsibilities, including working on performance analysis, modelling and architecture definition of ML ASICs. This role also sits within a cross-function team working closely with designers and software engineers with a focus on program management.

About you

The ideal candidate will have more than 5 years of experience in defining and delivering high-performance ASICs into production, with a particular emphasis on architecture definition and performance analysis. Proficiency in programming with C / C++ or SystemC and the ability to map hardware algorithms to efficient code are essential. The successful candidate will need to have a strong understanding of computer architecture concepts, such as microprocessor architecture, memory systems, on-chip interconnection networks, and hardware / software partitioning.

Previous exposure to designing HP AI accelerators like GPUs, NPUs, or TPUs is highly beneficial. Additionally, experience with deep neural network (DNN) architectures, workloads, and frameworks is a bonus, as is knowledge of low-power design techniques and advanced process nodes. Excellent communication skills in English are essential for this position.