Senior Hardware Engineer - Micro-Architect

Quadric

Burlingame (CA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 220,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Equity

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible PTO

Catered lunch

Job summary

Quadric, based in Burlingame, California, is seeking a senior chip design engineer to drive processor architecture and RTL implementation across SystemC or SystemVerilog. You will own PPA optimization and contribute to timing closure through full front-end and back-end cycles.

You will collaborate with a high-impact team on a landmark edge AI processor, aligning architectural decisions with SW interfaces and customer needs, with regular onsite collaboration in CA.

Qualifications

BS/MS or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering with at least five years of CPU/GPU/ASIC front-end design.
Proficiency in SystemC, SystemVerilog, or Verilog.
Strong background in computer architecture.
Knowledge of low power digital design techniques.
Experience in data-parallel hardware design for high-performance computing.
Experience in FPGA design is a plus.
Experience in logic synthesis and performance modeling.

Responsibilities

Own microarchitecture definition & RTL implementation of the processor in SystemC or SystemVerilog.
Own Power, Performance & Area (PPA) optimization.
Contribute to timing closure through full product cycle (front end, back-end, tapeout).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on architecture and SW interfaces.

Skills

SystemC

SystemVerilog

Verilog

Computer architecture

Low power design

Data-parallel hardware

FPGA design

Performance modeling

VCS

Co-Simulation

Education

BS/MS or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

VCS

Verilog/C Co-Sim

Job description

Quadric is redefining edge AI with the industry's first General Purpose Neural Processing Unit (GPNPU), enabling developers to run both neural network inference and conventional C++ code on a single programmable architecture. Our technology powers intelligent edge devices across automotive, industrial, robotics, and embedded systems.

Founded in 2016 and based in downtown Burlingame, California, Quadric is building the world's first supercomputer designed for the real-time needs of edge devices. Quadric aims to empower developers in every industry with superpowers to create tomorrow's technology, today. The company was co-founded by technologists from MIT and Carnegie Mellon, who were previously the technical co-founders of the Bitcoin computing company 21.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a revolutionary new processor architecture. As a senior member of our chip design team, you will contribute to all stages of the processor design cycle.

Our preference is for a candidate located in the California Bay Area who can regularly collaborate from our Burlingame office.

From time to time, the team and company gather for onsite meetings and offsite events. These in-person moments are an important part of how we build relationships, collaborate effectively, and align on priorities, and participation is expected for all team members.

What You'll Do

Contribute to the definition of the processor architecture by understanding its applications
Own microarchitecture definition & RTL implementation of the processor in SystemC or SystemVerilog
Own Power, Performance & Area (PPA) optimization
Contribute to timing closure through full product cycle (front end, back-end, tapeout)

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 6–12 months, you'll:

Independently own a major design block and improve PPA
Develop an in-depth understanding of the architecture and SW interfaces and be able to debug issues across the full SW/HW stack
Package design for customer releases and incorporate customer feedback

What We're Looking For

Required

BS/MS or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering with a minimum of five years of CPU/GPU/ASIC front-end design
Proficiency in SystemC, SystemVerilog, or Verilog
Strong background in computer architecture
Knowledge of design techniques for low power digital design
Knowledge of VCS & Verilog/C Co-Sim
Experience in data-parallel hardware design for high-performance computing
Experience in FPGA design is a plus
Experience in logic synthesis and performance modeling

Preferred

Experience marketing semiconductor IP, AI accelerators, SoCs, EDA tools, or developer platforms.
Familiarity with automotive safety (ASIL) standards

What we offer

The base salary range for this position is $150,000 to $220,000. This range reflects the full span of levels and geographies at which Quadric hires for this role. The actual base salary offered will depend on a number of factors, including the specific level of the role, years and depth of relevant experience, technical skills and competencies, the criticality of the role to the business, internal equity, and work location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for equity and a discretionary annual performance bonus as applicable to the role and level.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our US-based offerings; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one - Premiums covered at 99% for Employees
Company-paid life Insurance
Voluntary supplemental life insurance
STD + LTD insurance
Commuter support including parking or Caltrain reimbursement. Our office is conveniently located within walking distance of the Caltrain station
FSA + HSA
Equity with the business
Paid Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible PTO
Winter holiday shutdown
Catered lunch each day in our office
Downtown Burlingame office location, close to shops, cafes, and local amenities
Collaborative, low-ego culture with significant ownership and impact
A work culture focused on innovative disruption

Quadric is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can do their best work. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

We value potential, curiosity, and a willingness to learn just as much as direct experience. Skills and growth come in many forms, and we would love to hear your story.

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