AMD · 5 days ago
SoC Architect – PCIe/CXL/UAL/DMA
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $240K/yrAMD is a leader in building innovative computing products, and they are seeking a SoC Architect to define the next generation of Adaptive and Embedded SoCs. This role involves driving novel SoC architecture solutions across various applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingComputerEmbedded SystemsGPUHardwareSemiconductor
No H1B
Responsibilities
Responsible for driving the SoC architecture, with a particular focus on I/O subsystems connected over PCIe, UAL or CXL
Define I/O subsystem and PCIe DMA architectures, including their interactions with internal embedded processor-subsystems, Network on Chip, Memory controllers, and FPGA fabric
Create flexible and modular I/O subsystem architectures that can be deployed in either chiplet, monolithic or 3D form factors
Work with customers, and cross-functional teams to scope SoC requirements, analyze PPA tradeoffs, and then define architectural requirements that meet the PPA and schedule targets
Define I/O subsystem and DMA hardware, software, and firmware interactions with embedded processing subsystems and external CPUs
Author architecture specifications in clear and concise language. Guide and assist pre-silicon design/verification and post-silicon validation during the execution phase
Qualification
Required
Strong technical background architecting SoC and I/O subsystems involving PCIe and PCIe-DMA engines
Strong technical knowledge of the PCIe protocol specifications, and how mandatory and optional protocol features are leveraged in PCIe devices
Domain expertise in embedded computing, aerospace & defense, data-center, networking, or automotive industries
Knowledge of I/O Subsystem and DMA interactions with internal embedded processor-subsystems (x86, RISC-V or ARM) and external host CPUs
Knowledge of bridging and ordering rule enforcement between on-chip protocols such as AXI, and off-chip protocols such as PCIe desired
Knowledge of ARM Processors and AXI Interconnects desired
Knowledge of FPGA and AI/ML Accelerators desired
Knowledge of boot, security, debug, telemetry and RAS desired
BS/MS/PhD in electrical or computer engineering or related field
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Advanced Micro Devices is a semiconductor company that designs and develops graphics units, processors, and media solutions.
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