Senior System Architect

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the semiconductor sector is on the lookout for a Director-level Senior System Architect to lead next-generation chip design initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to drive strategic innovation and technical excellence while collaborating across multiple disciplines. With a focus on high-performance, power-efficient chip designs, you will guide the engineering team in developing tailored solutions that meet evolving customer needs. This position not only allows you to make a significant impact on the future of technology but also offers a collaborative and supportive work environment, ensuring your contributions are recognized and valued.

Benefits

Life insurance

Ample free car parking

Opportunity to work at a cutting-edge technology company

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in chip design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of power management and timing closure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term chip architecture strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior architects.

Skills

SoC Design

High Speed Interfaces

Chiplets / Chip Architecture

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Industry-standard design tools

Job description

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Senior System Architect - £150k - £220k - Multiple Locations Across the UK

My client, a pioneering force in the semiconductor industry, is seeking a visionary Director-level Senior System Architect to spearhead our next-generation chip design initiatives. As a key leader of the engineering team, you will drive strategic innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration across multiple disciplines to shape the future of semiconductor technology.

We are looking for a highly accomplished Senior System Architect with a proven track record of leading complex chip design projects. You will be responsible for architecting and implementing high-performance, power-efficient chip designs, ensuring seamless integration of power management, timing closure, physical layout, data management, bandwidth optimization, and gate-level simulation. Your expertise will guide and lead from a technical perspective in developing innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers.

Senior System Architect experience needed:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute long-term chip architecture strategies aligned with business goals.
• Technical Expertise: Oversee the design and implementation of power management systems, timing closure methodologies, physical layout optimization, data management strategies, bandwidth enhancement techniques, and gate-level simulation tools.
• Collaboration and Mentorship: Lead cross-functional teams, mentor junior architects, and foster a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Customer Focus: Work closely with customers to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions that exceed expectations.

Experience needed for the Senior System Architect role:

• SoC Design
• Understanding the Whole System
• High Speed Interfaces
• Chiplets / Chip Architecture

Technical skills needed for the Senior System Architect role:

• Experience: 15+ years of experience in chip design, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep understanding of power management, timing closure, physical layout, data management, bandwidth optimization, and gate-level simulation.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools and methodologies.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, drive technical innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary £150,000 – £220,000 per annum (Salary depends on experience and skillset brought to the role)
• Hybrid Working - 3 days on site per week
• Life insurance
• Ample free car parking
• Opportunity to work at a cutting-edge technology company
• Chance to make a significant impact on the future of wireless technology
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

My client offers a 3-stage process that can be completed within 2 weeks, subject to your availability.