Emulation Engineer (AI)

TL;DR

Emulation Engineer (AI): Designing and optimizing hardware emulation capabilities for cloud-scale machine learning accelerators with an accent on SystemVerilog, C++ development, and validation automation. Focus on building scalable compile flows, executing system validation, and ensuring high-performance emulation models for AWS infrastructure.

Location: Cupertino, CA, USA

Salary: $157,300–$212,800 annually

Company

A global technology leader providing cloud infrastructure and advanced hardware solutions for machine learning.

What you will do

• Design emulation capabilities using SystemVerilog, C++, and Python for system validation flows.
• Develop and optimize scalable compile flows and run-time frameworks for emulation models.
• Integrate ViP components into SoC and ensure design quality and performance.
• Automate system flow execution using shell scripts, Bash, and TCL.
• Collaborate with SoC, verification, and architecture teams to execute system flows and debug RTL failures.
• Work with vendors to maintain and update emulation tool chains.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in design verification plans and functional test procedures.
• Debugging skills for architecture, functionality, and performance failures.
• Proficiency with emulation tool chains like Zebu, Cadence, or Veloce.
• Development experience with SystemVerilog modules and runtime architecture.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Electrical or Communications Engineering.
• Experience with formal verification techniques and abstraction.
• Knowledge of ARM and DSP ISAs.
• Experience with cellular and wireless standards (4G/5G).
• Automation experience using Python or Perl.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching.
• Stock options via Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Mental health support and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement.