SoC Debug Architect

MediaTek Research Lab Inc.; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 211,000 - 356,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Company holidays

Sick leave

Vacation time

Parental leave

401K

Job summary

MediaTek is seeking a SoC Debug Architect to lead the design of comprehensive debug architectures across data center, mobile, automotive, and PC platforms. The role involves collaborating with hardware and software teams to address debug requirements and push the development of advanced debugging tools and methodologies.

Applicants should have deep knowledge of SoC debug, experience with post-silicon validation, and familiarity with Linux/Windows and automotive OS environments.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of SoC debug architecture.
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and automotive OS.
• Experience in post-silicon validation and debug tools.
• Basic understanding of software debug.
• Thorough knowledge of microprocessor architecture including ARM Debug Architecture, trace filtering, and mem-dump/scan dump techniques.
• Knowledge of Verilog and/or VHDL; experience with simulators and waveform debugging tools.
• Knowledge of logic design principles with timing and power implications.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop SoC debug architecture for data center, mobile, automotive, and PC products.
• Collaborate with cross-domain teams to gather, analyze, and address debug requirements.
• Contribute to debug features, infrastructure, and tool definitions for system observability.
• Drive implementation of advanced debug methodologies and solutions.
• Analyze post-silicon validation and production debug activities for robust processes.
• Guide discussions with hardware and software teams to define debug capabilities and best practices.

Skills

SoC debug architecture

Linux

Windows

Automotive OS

Post-silicon validation

DFx concepts

Verilog/VHDL

Waveform debugging tools

CPU/system debug

Tools

Simulators

Waveform tools

Job description

MediaTek is a global fabless semiconductor industry leader, providing solutions from the edge to the cloud and powering over 2 billion connected devices every year. Established in 1997, our leading-edge technologies keep the world connected and enhance everyday life. At the forefront of innovation, MediaTek drives advancements in transformative technologies such as AI, 5G/6G, and Wi-Fi 8. Our high-performance, power-efficient solutions form the foundation for a smarter, more connected world, enabling devices from smartphones, smart homes, and AI PCs to high-performance computing, automotive, and AI data centers. As a trusted partner to the world's leading brands, we are committed to ensuring access to world-class technology for everyone. Our dedication to accelerating AI underscores our mission to enrich the future of humanity.Define and develop SoC debug architecture for data center, mobile, automotive, and PC products, supporting Linux, Windows, and automotive operating systemsCollaborate with cross-domain teams to gather, analyze, and address debug requirementsContribute to debug feature, infrastructure, and tool definition for system observability, and drive implementation of advanced debug methodologies and solutionsAnalyze and understand post-silicon validation and production debug activities to ensure robust debug processesGuide discussions and consolidate ideas with hardware and software teams to define debug capabilities and best practices for SoC debug across product lines

Main Requirements and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of SoC debug architecture
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and automotive OS
• Experience in post-silicon validation and debug tools
• Basic understanding of software debug
• Thorough knowledge of microprocessor architecture includes expertise in one or more of the following areas: CPU System Debug including ARM Debug Architecture, Micro-architecture Debug techniques including various trace filtering and trigger techniques, Scan dump and mem-dump architectures. Experience with other DFx techniques is a plus – including understanding of Design for test and Design for Debug architecture.
• Knowledge of Verilog and/or VHDL. Experience with simulators and waveform debugging tools.
• Knowledge of logic design principles along with timing and power implications.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
• Salary range: $211,000- $356,000
• Employee may be eligible for performance bonus, short and long term incentive programs. Actual total compensation will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications. In addition, MediaTek provides a variety of benefits including comprehensive health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation time, Parental leave, 401K and more.
• MediaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.