Principal RTL Design Engineer - Cache Coherent Interconnect

Arm Limited; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 241,000 - 327,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Principal RTL Design Engineer to work on Interconnect products. The role involves working closely with performance modeling and validation teams to meet specifications, requiring substantial experience in microprocessor and SoC design. Candidates should have expertise in Verilog or VHDL and a deep understanding of bus architectures and protocols. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in microprocessor, SoC, memory controller, and interconnect IP design.
• Experience with interconnect and bus architectures including IO acceleration.
• Knowledge of cache coherence and bus protocols (e.g. AMBA5 CHI, AMBA4 ACE or AXI).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for one or more functional units of the Interconnect.
• Develop Verilog RTL logic design for the unit.
• Collaborate with verification team on the test plan development.

Skills

Microprocessor design

SoC design

Memory controller design

Interconnect IP design

Education

BS/MS in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering

Tools

Verilog

VHDL

Job description

Principal RTL Design Engineer - Cache Coherent Interconnect

Arm System IP enables designers to build Arm AMBA systems that are high performance, power efficient and reliable. Configurable for many different applications, System IP is the right choice for your system whether it is a high-efficiency IoT endpoint or a high-performance server SoC.

The collection of silicon proven interconnects, security IP, system controllers, debug and trace and IP tooling are all designed, validated and optimized to be used with Arm Cortex processors and Arm Mali Multimedia IP. Built upon the open AMBA interface standard, Arm System IP provides design teams with the foundation for building better systems.

Job Overview:

As an RTL Design Engineer, you would be responsible for one or more functional units of the Interconnect while working closely with performance modeling, validation, and implementation teams to meet all functional requirements and performance, power, area (PPA) goals.

An ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of work experience in microprocessor, SoC, memory controller and interconnect IP design.

Responsibilities:

• Understanding the high-level specification and requirements of functional units of Interconnect products.
• Define the Micro-architecture for an unit
• Develop Verilog RTL logic design for the unit
• Collaborate with verification team on the test plan development for the blocks and verification closure
• Debug functional or performance issues with the RTL using simulation and debug tools
• Analyze synthesis/timing reports, identify and address critical areas to meet the PPA targets

Required Skills and Experience :

• BS/MS in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering with over 10 years of experience.
• Experience with interconnect and bus architectures (with proficiency in IO acceleration, PCIe, system caching, QoS)
• CPU or compute subsystem memory micro-architecture.
• Knowledge of cache coherence and bus protocols (e.g. AMBA5 CHI, AMBA4 ACE or AXI) is a plus.
• Experience with Verilog or VHDL, coupled with design synthesis targeted to achieve specified frequency, power, and area targets
• Processor system knowledge including basic understanding of SoC systems as well as operating system software

“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :

• Prior verification, CAD and/or infrastructure experience.
• Experience with formal verification and physical design principles and methodologies.

In Return:

With offices around the world, Arm is a diverse organization of dedicated, creative, and very hardworking engineers. By enabling a multifaceted, inclusive, meritocratic, and open workplace, where everyone can grow and succeed, we encourage our people to share their unrivaled contributions to Arm's success in the global marketplace.

Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s hybrid approach to working is centred around flexibility, where we split our time between the office and other locations to get our work done. Within that framework, we empower groups and teams to determine their own particular hybrid working pattern, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Salary Range:

Salary Range:

$241,100-$326,100 per year

We value people as individuals and our dedication is to reward people competitively and equitably for the work they do and the skills and experience they bring to Arm. Salary is only one component of Arm's offering. The total reward package will be shared with candidates during the recruitment and selection process.

Accommodations at Arm

At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] . To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.

Hybrid Working at Arm

Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.

Equal Opportunities at Arm

Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

About the company

Arm Ltd. is a British semiconductor and software design company based in Cambridge, England.

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