Job Description

NextSilicon is a swiftly growing unicorn startup that is reimagining high-performance computing. Our pioneering coprocessor vastly accelerates supercomputers, driving them forward into a new generation. Our new software-defined hardware architecture enables HPC and AI to fulfill its promise of breakthroughs in all advanced research fields.

NextSilicon is looking for a talented and experienced engineer to participate in designing the next era of computer architecture. In this position you will take part in designing the critical parts of NextSilicon’s future chips. You will transform architectural requirements to micro-architectural specs, implement key blocks in RTL, and participate in post-silicon activities.

At NextSilicon, everything we do is guided by three core values:

• Professionalism We strive for exceptional results through professionalism and unwavering dedication to quality and performance.
• Unity Collaboration is key to success. That's why we foster a work environment where every employee can feel valued and heard.
• Impact We're passionate about developing technologies that make a meaningful impact on industries, communities, and individuals worldwide.

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
• 6+ years of digital design experience with complex blocks
• Ability to transform requirements into specification documents
• Proven record in complex design
• Experience in front-end tools and analysis: CDC, LINT, power, simulation
• Team player, versatile and results-oriented
• Experience in Floating-Point Unit is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the design of advanced blocks from micro-architecture phase to netlist
• Support timing and constraints definitions work closely with the BE team on timing and physical implementation efforts
• Leading processes relating to power optimization
• Technology expert, building a knowledge base for the group
• Work with various teams to drive execution (SW, Architecture, verification, BE, etc)
• Devise execution indicators and monitor and report execution progress to enable prioritization and clear decision making