CPU Mid-Core Unit Lead

Georgian Partners; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a CPU Core Unit Lead to develop next-generation CPU RTL. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of CPU architecture and design verification, along with experience in high-performance CPU design. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work with a diverse team focused on AI innovations.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of CPU design and microarchitecture.
• Track record in designing high-performance CPU RTL.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop microarchitecture specifications for the CPU core.
• Responsible for RTL quality and design verification.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Verilog

VHDL

Job description

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.

CPU Core Unit Lead will play a key role in developing next-generation CPU RTL. This position requires a deep understanding of CPU design including Architecture, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design Flow. The ideal candidate will drive the unit specification, RTL design, and unit verification

This role isRemote, based out of The United States.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.

Responsibilities:

• CPU Core Unit Microarchitecture Specification: Define and develop microarchitecture specifications for the assigned unit (instruction scheduling, register renaming). The specification includes not only design, but also comprehensive analysis / strategy for verification and PPA (power, performance, area) closure.
• CPU Core Unit RTL Design: The candidate will be responsible for the quality of RTL including design verification and PPA closure. This includes writing RTL, reviewing / refining unit verification environment, applying right RTL optimization to control PPA.
• AI Assisted Design Adaption: To maximize the team’s output, the candidate actively uses AI tools to accelerate the CPU design process.
• Mentoring Junior Engineers: mentor team members as the lead.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven track record of designing high-performance CPU RTL.
• Deep understanding of design verification strategy and trade-offs for verification methodology (simulation, formal, various checkers, etc…)
• Deep understanding of CPU microarchitecture and PPA trade-off.
• Basic understanding of RISC-V Architecture including V-extension is preferred.
• Proficiency in hardware description languages (HDLs) such as Verilog or VHDL.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and across multiple disciplines.

Compensation for all engineers at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k - $500k including base and variable compensation targets. Experience, skills, education, background and location all impact the actual offer made.

Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.

Due to U.S. Export Control laws and regulations, Tenstorrent is required to ensure compliance with licensing regulations when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries that have been licensing conditions set by the U.S. government.

Our engineering positions and certain engineering support positions require access to information, systems, or technologies that are subject to U.S. Export Control laws and regulations, please note that citizenship/permanent residency, asylee and refugee information and/or documentation will be required and considered as Tenstorrent moves through the employment process.

If a U.S. export license is required, employment will not begin until a license with acceptable conditions is granted by the U.S. government. If a U.S. export license with acceptable conditions is not granted by the U.S. government, then the offer of employment will be rescinded.