Low-Power MCU Systems Architect for Edge AI

Ambiq; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambiq in Singapore seeks an experienced MCU Systems Architect to define low-power SoC architectures, focusing on audio, imaging/display, and high-speed interfaces. You will guide subsystems and connect to external world requirements with cross-functional teams across hardware and software.

The role involves IP assessment, power/performance modeling, and aligning architecture with Ambiq's roadmaps. You will work with global teams supporting design constraints and mass production of

Qualifications

• 10+ years in IP/MCU development or architecture for wearable/IoT/mobile
• Independent worker who can drive from concept to validation
• Strong knowledge of SoC subsystems and external interfaces (audio, imaging/display, high/low-speed links)
• Record of low-power architectures brought to market, including imaging or neural processing
• Ability to work across distributed teams and influence stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Write architecture specs, power/performance models, and interface specs
• Engage customers to align on features and positioning
• Support use case and test case development
• Collaborate with FPGA team on subsystem bring-up
• Partner with software architecture on data/control flows and APIs
• Coordinate with physical design for robust implementations
• Debug RTL/gate-level issues with the design team
• Support post-silicon analysis and mass production delivery

Skills

IP/MCU architecture

Low-power design

SoC subsystems

Hardware/software co-design

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS in EE/CE/CS

MS/PhD preferred

Tools

RTL simulation

Gate-level simulation

Job description

Ambiq in Singapore seeks an experienced MCU Systems Architect to define low-power SoC architectures, focusing on audio, imaging/display, and high-speed interfaces. You will guide subsystems and connect to external world requirements with cross-functional teams across hardware and software.

The role involves IP assessment, power/performance modeling, and aligning architecture with Ambiq's roadmaps. You will work with global teams supporting design constraints and mass production of