CPU Research Engineer: Microarchitecture & ML Prefetching

microTECH Global Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company based in Cambridge is seeking a CPU Research Engineer to research and develop advanced data prefetching techniques, speculative execution mechanisms, and branch prediction innovations. The ideal candidate will hold a Master or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics, and possess strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python. This full-time on-site role involves collaboration with UK universities and compiler teams to push the boundaries of processor architectures.

Qualifications

• Master/PhD degree required in relevant fields.
• Strong knowledge of computer architectures and processor design.
• Deep understanding of speculative execution and branch prediction.

Responsibilities

• Research data prefetching techniques using ML-based predictors.
• Design speculative execution mechanisms and thread-level speculation.
• Innovate branch prediction techniques for next-gen processors.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Python programming

Assembly languages

Scripting languages

Microarchitecture simulation

Performance modeling

Education

Master/PhD in Computer Science/Engineering/Physics

Tools

gem5

Sniper

ChampSim

LLVM

GCC

Job description

A leading technology company based in Cambridge is seeking a CPU Research Engineer to research and develop advanced data prefetching techniques, speculative execution mechanisms, and branch prediction innovations. The ideal candidate will hold a Master or PhD degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics, and possess strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python. This full-time on-site role involves collaboration with UK universities and compiler teams to push the boundaries of processor architectures.