- Be the technical lead of a cross‑functional team (hardware engineering, software developers, verification engineers) to define, design, simulate, fabricate and iterate a RISC‑V Application‑Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) System on an Chip (SoC) product for defense and commercial applications based on our client's secure RISC‑V CPU. The RTL already exists; the major task is transferring that capability to a functioning, production‑ready ASIC. Tasks ahead will follow the latest industry‑standard design methodologies to finalize the RTL code, synthesis, place‑and‑route and verification.
- Be the primary technical interface with pilot customers, the internal engineering team and external subcontracted specialists to define and document product features, use cases, and functional requirements.
- Finalize and maintain the microarchitecture definition and associated documentation (complete ASIC specification, requirements and verification plan), including performance, I/O, power consumption, area utilization, recurring cost and security functionality.
- Develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive verification strategy including testbench development, functional verification and performance verification. Ensure the verification team has adequate coverage and highest probability of first‑pass success.
- Continuously evaluate new ASIC technologies, design methodologies for possible incorporation into the design.
- Prioritize and schedule a product roadmap that defines the inclusion of technical features to align with timing of market need and competitive advantage.
- Decompose the product plan into actionable and trackable tasks, including design reviews and demonstrations the team can execute.
- Identify strategic partners to assist in the development, marketing, and sustainment of the product to augment internal capabilities.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Must have proven work experience designing and fabricating an ASIC.
- More than 8 years of ASIC design and architecture experience is required.
- Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands‑on experience in ASIC product development.
- At minimum a BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Strong proficiency in RTL coding (Verilog or VHDL), ASIC design flow, and EDA tools.
- In‑depth knowledge of ASIC architectures, including digital logic design, clocking methodologies, and low‑power design techniques.
- Experience with industry‑standard ASIC design methodologies (e.g., RTL synthesis, place‑and‑route, timing closure) and verification methodologies (e.g., UVM, SystemVerilog).
- Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to roll up one’s sleeves to get the job done.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
- US Security Clearance, Active or current within the last two years.
- In‑depth understanding of microprocessor market and processor architectures.
- Working knowledge of applied cryptography and cyber security topics.
- Experience applying principles of cyber security to operational technology and embedded systems.
Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status
Must be a US Citizen.
Must‑Haves
- Education/qualification: BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum Relevant Experience:
- More than 8 years of ASIC design and architecture experience.
- Experience designing and fabricating an ASIC.
- Strong proficiency in RTL coding (Verilog or VHDL), ASIC design flow, and EDA tools.
- Expert in processor architectures.
- Cross‑functional leadership in designing and fabricating RISC‑V ASIC SoC.