Software Engineer - Platform Technologies

SiFive; South Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SiFive’s tools team is seeking a candidate to develop and maintain the core tools and flows required for microprocessor design, with a focus on simulation and build tooling.

The role emphasizes systems-level programming, strong C++ and Python skills, and experience with Linux development environments and build systems.

Qualifications

• Systems programming experience.
• Fluency in C++ and Python.
• Fluency with standard Linux-based development environments and tools.
• Experience with build tools and languages, including make and cmake.
• Test and verification methodologies for software tools.

Responsibilities

• Join SiFive’s tools team to develop and maintain the core tools and flows required for microprocessor design.
• Work on simulation and build tools to validate microprocessor designs.

Skills

Systems programming

C++

Python

Linux development

Tools

Make

CMake

Job description

About SiFive

As the pioneers who introduced RISC-V to the world, SiFive is transforming the future of compute by bringing the limitless potential of RISC-V to the highest performance and most data-intensive applications in the world. SiFive’s unrivaled compute platforms are continuing to enable leading technology companies around the world to innovate, optimize and deliver the most advanced solutions of tomorrow across every market segment of chip design, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, automotive, data center, mobile, and consumer. With SiFive, the future of RISC-V has no limits.

At SiFive, we are always excited to connect with talented individuals, who are just as passionate about driving innovation and changing the world as we are.

Our constant innovation and ongoing success is down to our amazing teams of incredibly talented people, who collaborate and support each other to come up with truly groundbreaking ideas and solutions. Solutions that will have a huge impact on people’s lives; making the world a better place, one processor at a time.

Are you ready?

To learn more about SiFive’s phenomenal success and to see why we have won theGSA’s prestigious Most Respected Private Company Award(for the fourth time!), check out ourwebsiteandGlassdoorpages.

Job Description:

The Role:

Join SiFive’s tools team to develop and maintain the core tools and flows required for microprocessor design. Work on simulation and build tools to validate microprocessor designs, as well as the infrastructure around those flows. An ideal candidate will have systems-level programming experience; have built complex systems with multiple tools communicating through multiple means such as files, pipes, shared memory, databases, and REST calls; and have a strong desire to produce correct and tested tools.

Requirements:

• Systems programming experience.

• Fluency in C++ and Python.

• Fluency with standard Linux-based development environments and tools.

• Experience with build tools and languages, including make and cmake.

• Test and verification methodologies for software tools.

Desired:

• Above-average knowledge of processor microarchitecture.

• Detailed profiling experience.

• Experience with simulation and emulation tools, especially development of them (e.g. QEMU, etc).

If you want to do incredible work and be challenged by exciting, truly innovative projects that will test the boundaries of your skills and creativity, then SiFive is the place for you! Be proud of your work. Do things better. Join SiFive.

In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity. In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!

Additional Information:

This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in

United States of America

Any offer of employment for this position is also contingent on the Company verifying that you are a authorized for access to export-controlled technology under applicable export control laws or, if you are not already authorized, our ability to successfully obtain any necessary export license(s) or other approvals.

SiFive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

As an E-Verify employer, we use this system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires in accordance with federal law. All applicants will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, upon hire. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job candidates and will comply with all E-Verify regulations.