SoC Performance Optimization Engineer

2 weeks ago


San Diego, California, United States ARM Full time
Job Overview:

We are in search of a talented and driven System-on-Chip (SoC) Performance Analysis Engineer to become a part of our innovative team at Arm. Our focus is on analyzing the performance of SoC architectures, particularly Arm CPUs and associated System IP, in both pre-silicon and post-silicon scenarios. Collaborating closely with design teams and clients, we aim to create top-tier silicon solutions across various sectors, including client computing, infrastructure, IoT, and automotive applications.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Performance Analysis Engineer, your role will involve creatively and effectively leading architectural investigations and performance trade-off assessments across diverse SoC components such as CPUs, I/O, interconnects, and memory controllers. You will conduct workload characterization to pinpoint performance limitations and suggest effective remedies. Your collaboration and coordination with architects and IP teams will be essential in driving consensus and achieving optimal results.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:
  • Over 10 years of experience in SoC performance modeling and analysis within the semiconductor sector.
  • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, with a specialization in computer architecture and microarchitecture.
  • Comprehensive understanding of general-purpose CPU microarchitecture, including processor pipelines, caches, and memory hierarchies.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ for large-scale software development, along with familiarity in SystemC TLM and Python scripting.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex solutions effectively.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
  • Familiarity with interconnect micro-architecture design, as well as PCIe and CHI protocols.
  • Insight into workloads utilized for performance enhancement.
  • Capability to thrive in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and requirements.
  • Experience with Unix, scripting, and version control systems (e.g., Git, Subversion).
Compensation Package:

Principal Engineer

From: $221,127

To: $299,172

Senior Principal Engineer:

From: $273,020

To: $369,380

At Arm, we recognize the value of our employees as individuals, and we are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation for their contributions and expertise. The total rewards package will be discussed with candidates during the recruitment process.

The level of the position you will be considered for will be determined during the interview process and may vary based on experience.

What We Offer:

Joining our exceptional Performance Analysis team means working on pioneering SoC designs that have a significant impact on our industry. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will receive RSUs, 401k matching, an excellent PTO allowance, family bonding time, and comprehensive benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer and take pride in maintaining a healthy work-life balance, including quarterly days dedicated to personal care.

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