Lead SoC Architect
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Lead SoC Architect

Reference: zbsoc
Location
San Francisco, CA, USA
Salary
$300,000 - $400,000
Contract Type
Permanent
Work Arrangement
Remote Working
Skill Requirements
  • ASIC Design Engineer
  • Engineering Manager Roles

Lead SoC Architect - Edge AI - San Francisco (Hybrid)

 

The Oho Group are working closely with a well-funded Stealth Startup developing a next-generation edge AI computing platform. They're looking for an experienced Lead SoC Architect to join as one of their first hardware hires, promising high ownership, strong equity and responsibility over technical direction and team building.

 

What's in it for you?

As the Lead SoC Architect, you'll take ownership of the overall SoC architecture, translating product requirements into a clear technical roadmap while guiding implementation through to tapeout.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and own the overall SoC architecture for a complex edge AI device.
  • Translate product requirements into detailed architectural specifications.
  • Lead integration of key SoC subsystems, including compute, interconnect, memory and high-speed interfaces.
  • Balance performance, power and thermal requirements through architectural trade-offs.
  • Work closely with an external ASIC design partner to ensure successful implementation.
  • Review floorplanning, timing closure and physical implementation to maintain architectural goals.

 

What they're looking for

  • 10+ years' experience designing complex SoCs.
  • Proven track record delivering silicon through successful tapeout.
  • Strong understanding of Arm-based SoC architecture.
  • Deep knowledge of AMBA protocols..
  • Experience writing detailed architecture and design specifications.
  • Ability to work across architecture, implementation and external engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges.

 

If you're excited about solving novel challenges in the edge AI space and want real responsibility from day one, click Apply now! Be quick, as interviews are already being scheduled.

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