Lead RISC-V CPU Verification Architect

Tenstorrent Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenstorrent Inc. is hiring a CPU Verification Fellow to lead verification strategies for high-performance RISC-V processors. The role requires deep expertise in CPU verification and microarchitecture, guiding engineering teams through various stages of processor development.

This hybrid position can be based in Santa Clara, CA or Austin, TX. Candidates will be evaluated for their experience level, with compensation ranging from $100k to $500k, tailored to individual qualifications.

Qualifications

• Deep experience in verifying high-performance superscalar CPUs.
• Strong knowledge of RISC‑V architecture and virtual memory.
• Hands-on experience with CPU reference models and ISS-based checking.

Responsibilities

• Lead verification strategy for next-generation RISC‑V processors.
• Drive verification planning for microarchitectures.
• Build and scale test plans and assertions for CPU features.

Skills

RISC‑V architecture knowledge

SystemVerilog proficiency

UVM and constrained-random verification

Out-of-order and speculative CPUs

Functional coverage expertise

Job description

Tenstorrent Inc. is hiring a CPU Verification Fellow to lead verification strategies for high-performance RISC-V processors. The role requires deep expertise in CPU verification and microarchitecture, guiding engineering teams through various stages of processor development.

This hybrid position can be based in Santa Clara, CA or Austin, TX. Candidates will be evaluated for their experience level, with compensation ranging from $100k to $500k, tailored to individual qualifications.