CPU Digital Design Engineer

Baidu USA; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Baidu USA is seeking a skilled CPU Designer to contribute to the development of high-performance, low-power cellular modem controllers in Sunnyvale, California. The role involves CPU development, micro-architecture design, and utilizing the latest technologies for 5G applications.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, have over three years of relevant experience, and expertise in RISC architecture. This position offers opportunities to work with multi-national teams on cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of CPU related Architect/RTL/Verification/Implementation design experience.
• Knowledge and practical experience with common RISC CPU architecture.
• Ability to bring design concept to successful silicon.

Responsibilities

• Perform CPU development and design integration for CPU subsystem.
• Micro‑architecture and design of RISC based CPU.
• Explore latest technologies in processor for 5G applications.

Skills

CPU development

RISC CPU architecture

Low power design

Education

Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Design cost effective controller with high performance, low power and small area for cellular modem. This position will work with multi‑nation teams in leading‑edge process node and be involved in:

• Perform CPU development and design integration for CPU subsystem.
• Micro‑architecture and design of RISC based CPU.
• Explore latest technologies in processor for 5G application.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• At least 3 years of CPU related Architect/RTL/Verification/Implementation design experience.
• Knowledge and practical experience with common RISC CPU architecture.
• Ability to bring design concept to successful silicon.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering is a PLUS.
• 5+ years of CPU related Architect/RTL/Verification/Implementation design experience.
• Familiarity with CPU architecture knowledge and micro‑architecture knowledge.
• Familiarity with chip digital design flow, including RTL integration, simulation, STA, clock tree, or low power design.
• Familiarity with Symmetric Multi‑threading (SMT), ARM/MIPS CPUs, or RISC‑V.
• Familiarity with Symmetric Multi‑processing (SMP) and Snoop‑based multi‑processor architecture.
• Cross‑site working experience is a PLUS.
• Experience with Foundry, Post‑Silicon, FPGA, DVT, SLT debug is a PLUS.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As set forth in Baidu USA’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.