Senior SoC Architect (Embedded)

TL;DR

Senior SoC Architect (Embedded): Defining and driving architecture specifications for Unified hirify.global Chassis (UIC) IP components and subsystems with an accent on power optimization, scalability, and performance closure. Focus on translating system goals into implementation-ready architecture, managing high-bandwidth interconnects, and collaborating across cross-functional teams to ensure first-time-right silicon integration.

Location: Must be based in the US (Hybrid model in Santa Clara, CA).

Salary: $170,500–$315,490 USD.

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in semiconductor technology, building scalable engineering solutions across product enablement, custom ASIC, and foundry services.

What you will do

• Author architecture specifications for UIC IP components and subsystem integration.
• Drive platform performance analysis, bottleneck identification, and optimization.
• Define and validate end-to-end QoS, arbitration, and routing strategies for high-bandwidth traffic.
• Build and enhance platform performance environments, models, and benchmarking flows.
• Partner with RTL, design, verification, and firmware teams to align architecture with product goals.
• Define architecture trade-offs, interface contracts, and measurable success criteria.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE with 6+ years of experience or MS with 4+ years of experience.
• Proven experience in SoC IP architecture for high-bandwidth interconnects or subsystem design.
• Hands-on experience with power optimization techniques and architecture trade-offs.
• Experience writing high-quality architecture specifications for design and verification teams.
• 1+ years of experience with AMBA protocols (AXI, CHI, APB).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice to have

• Experience with AI tools for machine-readable specification development.
• Deep understanding of coherency concepts and CHI architecture.
• Expertise in cache architecture, MMU, IOMMU, and memory management.
• Familiarity with security architecture, RAS, and distributed power management.
• Experience with fabric-based scalable platforms across multiple generations.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package including stock bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and vacation programs.
• Hybrid work model allowing flexibility between on-site and off-site work.
• Collaborative environment focused on data-driven engineering and innovation.