RTL Design Engineer – Memory Controller

Arm Limited; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 198,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Arm is seeking an RTL Design Engineer to own one or more Memory Controller units, collaborating with performance modeling, validation, and implementation teams to meet PPA goals.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in microprocessor/SoC/memory controller design, with strong RTL experience in SystemVerilog and AMBA protocols. Hybrid work model and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years work experience in microprocessor, SoC, memory controller and/or interconnect IP design.
• Prior RTL design experience is required.
• Knowledge of DRAM specification (LPDDR5/6, DDR5/6, HBM3/4) and AMBA protocols (CHI/ACE/AXI).
• Experience with Verilog or VHDL and design synthesis for target frequencies, power, and area.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-level specs and requirements for Memory Controller products.
• Define and author specs for detailed micro-architecture plans.
• Develop and implement SystemVerilog RTL logic for complex blocks.
• Collaborate with design and verification teams to meet functional/coverage goals.
• Debug RTL functional and performance issues using modern simulation tools.

Skills

RTL design

Verilog/VHDL

AMBA protocols

DRAM memory

Synthesis tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SystemVerilog

Lint/CDC/Power/Synthesis

Job description

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 validated interconnects, security IP, system controllers, debug and trace and IP tooling are all crafted, 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.

Responsibilities:

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

• Development of high-level specifications and requirements for Memory Controller products
• Define and author specifications for detailed micro-architecture plans
• Development and implementation of SystemVerilog RTL logic design for sophisticated blocks and functions within the design
• Collaborate with key partners on the design and verification teams to close on functional and coverage requirements
• Debug functional and/or performance issues within the RTL using modern simulation and debug tools

Required Skills & Experience :

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering with 5+ years work experience in microprocessor, SoC, memory controller and/or interconnect IP design
• Prior RTL design experience is required.
• Knowledge of DRAM specification (e.g., LPDDR5, LPDDR6, DDR5, DDR6, HBM3/4) and of bus protocols (e.g., AMBA5 CHI, AMBA4 ACE or AXI)
• Experience with Verilog or VHDL, coupled with design synthesis targeted to achieve specified frequency, power, and area targets
• Experience with tools for RTL design quality checks (e.g Lint, CDC, Power, Synthesis)

“Nice To Have” Skills & Experience:

• Prior Memory Controller RTL Design experience
• Prior verification or CAD experience is a plus
• Experience with CPU or compute subsystem memory micro-architecture
• Processor system knowledge including basic understanding of SoC systems as well as operating system software

In Return:

We offer a hybrid approach to home and office working to provide an adaptable experience for all employees. We expect some working time to be spent in office, to promote a strong collaborative environment with good team integration but are accommodating to different home working requirements.

Accommodations at Arm:

At Arm, we want our people to Do Great Things. If you need support or an accommodation to Be Your Brilliant Self 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 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 centered 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:

$198,100-$268,000 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.