Senior Performance Architect – SoC & Pre-Silicon Modeling

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 192,480 - 288,720; Full time

Job summary

A semiconductor manufacturing company is looking for a Principal Performance Architect to define the next generation of SoCs. In this role, you will lead architecture modeling and performance analysis, engaging with design and product teams. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of CPU/GPU architectures, hands-on experience with performance simulators, and a relevant advanced degree. This position offers a competitive salary range and is based in Austin, Texas.

Qualifications

• Experience in performance architecture or modeling.
• Familiarity with firmware, compilers, DV, and RTL design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-silicon performance architecture.
• Build and refine cycle-accurate performance models.
• Drive competitive performance projections.
• Analyze micro-architecture trade-offs.
• Define performance KPIs and workload suites.

Skills

Strong understanding of CPU/GPU microarchitecture

Hands-on experience with performance simulators

Scripting skills (Python, C++, MATLAB)

Experience with ML and industrial workloads

Education

MS/PhD in EE/CE/CS

Tools

gem5

Job description

A semiconductor manufacturing company is looking for a Principal Performance Architect to define the next generation of SoCs. In this role, you will lead architecture modeling and performance analysis, engaging with design and product teams. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of CPU/GPU architectures, hands-on experience with performance simulators, and a relevant advanced degree. This position offers a competitive salary range and is based in Austin, Texas.