Associate Staff Design Modeling Egineer

Silicon Labs Careers; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great medical

401k plan

Equity rewards

Flexible PTO

Wellness programs

Onsite gym

Job summary

Silicon Labs in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Staff Design Modeling Engineer to help define and execute a cross-discipline modeling framework for architecture exploration and virtual hardware development.

You will work with hardware and software architects to validate future products, writing models and performance analyses, and mentoring junior team members in a collaborative, learning-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, MS, or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Proficiency in C or C++ and Linux scripting.
• Experience with hardware architecture or modeling.
• Embedded C/assembly and Linux experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop hardware/software solutions to product-driven requirements.
• Write functional models to enable IP development.
• Develop virtual hardware platforms for simulation.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior modelers.
• Define and maintain our modeling framework.

Skills

C/C++

Linux scripting

Object-oriented

Hardware modeling

Education

Bachelor's | MS | PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Renode

Python

RTL simulators

Job description

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB) is the leading innovator in low-power wireless connectivity, building embedded technology that connects devices and improves lives. Merging cutting-edge technology into the world’s most highly integrated SoCs, Silicon Labs provides device makers the solutions, support, and ecosystems needed to create advanced edge connectivity applications. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has operations in over 16 countries and is the trusted partner for innovative solutions in the smart home, industrial IoT, and smart cities markets. Learn more at www.silabs.com.Staff Design Modeling EngineerAustin, TexasMeet the TeamThe Digital Subsystems team is responsible for the research and development of digital architectures and IPs from concept to production. We develop compute engines (AI/ML), processors (RISC-V), accelerators, peripherals, and system IP. We develop IC architectures for multi-core, multi-threaded SoCs with an energy-efficient compute backbone for IoT connectivity, security, and sensing subsystems. Our activities include advanced research and development, high-level modeling, architecture, RTL design, timing/power/area optimization, and formal and UVM verification within an automated framework. We value innovation, simplicity, quality, and smart development processes within a highly collaborative and learning-driven team.ResponsibilitiesAs a Staff Design Modeling Engineer you will help define and execute a cross discipline modeling framework for architecture exploration and enable virtual hardware development. You will work closely with hardware and software architects to help define and validate our future products.You will:Architect and develop hardware/software solutions to product-driven requirementsWrite functional models to enable IP developmentWrite performance models to enable architectural analysisDevelop virtual hardware platforms for simulationPropose improvements to the hardware architectureWrite application-level and driver-level softwareMentor and provide technical leadership to junior modelersDefine and maintain our modeling frameworkSkills You Will NeedYou are an innovator, builder, and tinkerer. You have a curious mind and a drive to succeed. You want to work with a global team of technology enthusiasts and design pioneers.Here’s what you need:Bachelors/MS/PhD Electrical or Computer Engineering degree or similarProficiency in C or C++ is requiredKnowledge of object-oriented concepts is requiredExperience with Embedded C or Assembly is requiredExperience in hardware architecture or modeling is requiredExperience working in a Linux environment and writing scripts is requiredKnowledge of building executables and libraries from source is requiredDigital Design and verification experience is desiredExperience with a modeling framework is required (e.g., Renode, Python, Modern C++, or SystemC)Experience with CMake, Visual Studio Code, and RTL simulation software is usefulFamiliarity with revision control and continuous integration is desiredBenefits & PerksYou can look forward to the following benefits:Great medical (Choice of PPO or Consumer Driven Health Plan with HSA), dental and vision plansHighly competitive salary401k plan with match and Roth plan optionEquity rewards (RSUs)Life/AD&D and disability coverageFlexible spending accountsAdoption assistanceBack-Up childcareAdditional benefit options (Commuter benefits, Legal benefits, Pet insurance)Flexible PTO schedule3 paid volunteer days per yearCharitable contribution matchTuition reimbursementFree downtown parkingOnsite gymMonthly wellness offeringsFree snacksMonthly company updates with our CEO#LI-KB1#LI-HybridThe annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between $124,600 - $231,400 USD. Actual base pay could vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, geographic location where work will be performed and applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus, equity package and a comprehensive benefits package.Silicon Labs is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of our employees. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and job-related criteria without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.