Senior Design Engineer-CPU
Description NextSilicon is a swiftly growing unicorn startup that is reimagining high-performance computing. Our pioneering RISC-V and accelerator coprocessor vastly accelerates supercomputers, driving them forward into a new generation. Our new software-defined hardware architecture enables HPC and AI to fulfill its promise of breakthroughs in all advanced research fields. At NextSilicon, everything we do is guided by three core values: Professionalism : We strive for exceptional results through professionalism and unwavering dedication to quality and performance. Unity : Collaboration is key to success. That's why we foster a work environment where every employee can feel valued and heard. Impact : We're passionate about developing technologies that make a meaningful impact on industries, communities, and individuals worldwide. We are looking for an experienced, talented CPU ASIC front-end design expert and technical lead. In this role, you will take part in developing cutting-edge high performance best in class RISC-V CPU, from definition stage through planning stage and the development of new features while solving challenging implementation problems and ending in successful tape-out and product bring-up . Requirements 6+ years of experience in complex ASIC designs VLSI expert with a deep understanding of chip architecture and design flows Excellent interpersonal skills, able to drive colleagues to achieve the project goals Experience in design for timing and power Experience working with various front-end tools and flows (CDC, LINT, Synthesis, etc) Experience in high frequency or CPU design - an advantage Responsibilities Learn high performance RISC-V Arch and algorithms Define and drive the design of advanced and super complexed blocks from micro-architecture phase to tape out. Work closely with various teams to drive execution (SW, Architecture, verification, BE, FPGA, postSi etc) Devise execution indicators and monitor and report execution progress to enable prioritization and clear decision making