[Hiring] SoC Architect @TYLsemi

Role Description

We are seeking a SoC Architect to define and drive the architecture of next-generation XPUs for AI Infrastructure. This role involves end-to-end ownership of system and SoC architecture, from concept to silicon, with a strong emphasis on scalability, performance, interconnects, and system-level optimization.

• Define system architecture for complex SoCs, including compute, interconnect, memory, and IO subsystems.
• Drive architecture for scalable and modular designs, including chiplet-based systems (UCIe).
• Architect high-performance data movement across:
  • Compute engines (ARM/RISC-V/ML/MAC)
  • Memory subsystems (DDR/LPDDR/HBM)
  • IO interfaces (PCIe/UCIe/CXL/UALink/ESUN)
• Collaborate with design and DV teams to ensure architectural feasibility and efficient implementation.
• Develop performance models and simulations to validate architecture choices.
• Drive trade-offs across: Performance, Power, Area and Cost.
• Define system-level verification and validation strategies.
• Work closely with customers and software teams to align architecture with real-world workloads.
• Influence long-term roadmap and technology direction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 18+ years of experience in SoC or system architecture.
• Proven track record of architecting complex SoCs for AI, HPC, or Networking.
• Deep understanding of:
  • System-level design and trade-offs.
  • High-speed IO protocols (UCIe, PCIe, Ethernet).
  • Data movement and interconnect design.
• Experience with performance modeling and architectural simulation.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Requirements

• Experience with memory architectures (DDR, HBM, cache hierarchies).
• Familiarity with chiplet architectures and advanced packaging (2.5D/3D).
• Knowledge of coherency protocols (CXL, CHI).
• Experience with power/performance optimization at system level.
• Exposure to software-hardware co-design.

Key Attributes

• Strong system-level thinking and architectural vision.
• Ability to balance innovation with practical execution.
• High ownership and accountability.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Success Metrics

• Scalable and efficient SoC architectures across multiple generations.
• Achievement of performance, power, and cost targets.
• Strong alignment between architecture and silicon outcomes.
• Reduced architectural rework through early validation.