Eridu · 1 month ago
ASIC Architect
Saratoga, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$210K/yr - $275K/yr
10+ years expEridu AI is a Silicon Valley hardware startup focused on accelerating training and inference performance for large AI models. The company is seeking a highly experienced ASIC Architect to contribute to the definition and implementation of its industry-leading networking products.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Work closely with the CTO to translate high-level system requirements and customer use cases into detailed architecture and functional specifications
Collaborate with chip and system microarchitects to align ASIC architecture with system-level goals for throughput, latency, and power efficiency
Guide modeling and feasibility analysis of packet flow behavior through the switch datapath to validate architectural choices, including throughput, latency, power and area efficiencies
Work closely with RTL, Verification, Physical Design and Firmware teams to ensure seamless design implementation and handoff
Guide integration of internal and external IPs (e.g. MAC, PCIe, SerDes) into the broader architecture. Drive interface requirements
Participate in design reviews, performance modeling, test and verification strategies and architectural trade-off analysis
Contribute to post-silicon validation for performance and correctness. Investigate and resolve complex issues related to ASIC data path, working closely with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, firmware developers, and system architects
Qualification
Required
MSEE with 10+ years of experience, preferably in networking ASIC architecture and design
Candidates with experience in related areas of computer and parallel processing architectures – in particular, complex memory crossbars, buffering schemes, scheduling algorithms and high-speed datapaths – are also highly desired
A deep understanding of networking protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, VLAN, MPLS, RoCE, etc.) and their hardware implications, or a willingness to become expert
Demonstrated expertise in microarchitecture definition, performance modeling, and trade-off analysis. Capability to develop Architecture behavioral models is highly desired
Experience working across the ASIC development lifecycle, from concept through productization
Experience in high-speed I/O integration (e.g., PCIe Gen5/Gen6, SerDes) and Software Control Plane interface architecture is highly desirable
Understanding of physical design implications on packet processing and buffering architecture (e.g., timing, area, power)
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail in troubleshooting and debugging complex issues
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document and present complex architectural concepts clearly
Company
Eridu
Eridu is a Silicon Valley startup focused on accelerating the performance of large AI models.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Drew Perkins
Chief Executive Officer
Omar Hassen
Co-founder and Chief Product Officer
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