CPU/Core/Processor RTL Design Architect

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PMTS SILICON DESIGN ENGINEER

THE PERSON: 

You have a passion for modern, complex processor architecture, digital design as well as verification/design quality. You are a leader and team player who has excellent communication skills, strong analytical & problem-solving skills and are willing to take on some of the world’s most complex problems. A global mindset and ability to work in a multi – site environment are keys to being successful in this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• RTL design of high performance x86-core ISA features, clock/reset/power features of processor, IP Integration, sub-system level design
• Architect and design of power management features, cache, coherency.
• Design optimization for implementing power efficient IP, implementing the RTL using low power techniques
• Responsible for the inter IP integration issues resolution
• Own the Clock-Domain crossing, Linting aspects of the overall design of the IP and the subsystem.
• Work closely with DFT, Physical Design and SOC teams to incorporate the interdisciplinary feedback into the design
• Architecting, micro-architecting and documentation of the design features
• Lead design team from all aspects of the RTL deliverables.
• Mentor the junior members of the RTL team to meet the team goals
• Represents AMD to the outside technical community, partners and vendors
• Your commitment to innovating as a team demonstrated through excellent communication, knowledge of proper documentation techniques, and independently driving tasks to completion.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 15+ years of experience in Digital IP/ASIC design and Verilog RTL development
• Experience in full IP design cycle, requirements definition, architecture and microarchitecture specification.
• Must have experience leading a large block or design from concept till tapeout.
• Should be well versed with RTL design verification, design quality checks, synthesis, timing closure and post silicon validation.
• Experience with handling Floating Point RTL is a plus.
• Expert on Verilog RTL design and has experience of multiscale digital IP/ASIC projects.
• Should possess expertise in front-end EDA tools sign-off and its flows.
• Familiarity with low power design and low power flow is an added plus.
• Patents/Papers in Digital IP/ASIC design would be preferred
• Highly motivated to seek out solutions and willing to learn new skills to fulfill job requirements;
• Proven interpersonal skills, leadership and teamwork;
• Excellent writing skills in the English language, editing and organizational skills required;
• Skilled at prioritization and multi-tasking;
• Good understanding of engineering terminology used within the semiconductor industry;
• Good understanding of digital design concepts;
• Knowledge of, or experience in, functional design verification or design is highly desired.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS:

• Master’s degree preferred with emphasis in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or VLSI design Engineering.

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