Lead SoC Architect

Amd

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On-site
Location
San Jose, CAAustin, TX
Salary
$268,320–$402,480 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
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Confirmed live today
Closes
Oct 23, 2027
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AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) is a semiconductor company that develops high-performance processors, graphics cards, and adaptive computing solutions for gaming, data centers, and embedded markets. Industry: Semiconductors

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TL;DR · Lead SoC Architect

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The Lead SoC Architect will join the team to lead the architecture definition and technical direction for next-generation SoCs across AI, Data Center, Security, Communications, and Embedded Computing. This role involves defining long-term silicon strategy, developing detailed specifications for compute, memory, and accelerators, and guiding cross-functional execution across RTL design, verification, and software. The architect will manage PPA trade-offs for heterogeneous compute, high-bandwidth memory, and advanced I/Os. Key technologies include x86, ARM, and RISC-V cores, alongside PCIe, CXL, Ethernet, DDR, UCIe, and UAL protocols. The position requires expertise in multi-chiplet partitioning, 3D form factors, and hardware security. The role solves complex technical problems by translating customer use-cases into robust architectural requirements for high-performance, power-efficient, and manufacturable silicon solutions.

Skills

SoC Architecture x86 ARM RISC-V PCIe CXL Ethernet DDR UCIe UAL RTL Design Verification Physical Design Firmware Hardware Security Performance Simulation Chiplet RAS

What you'll do

  • Lead the architecture of next-generation SoCs including multi-processor subsystems, interconnects, memory hierarchies, and accelerators.
  • Define long-term SoC architectural strategies aligned with product roadmaps and customer requirements.
  • Develop detailed architecture specifications for compute, memory, security, and SoC management subsystems.
  • Guide cross-functional teams through RTL design, verification, physical design, firmware, and software execution.
  • Translate customer RFQs and use-cases into robust SoC architectural requirements for AI, Data Center, and Embedded Computing.
  • Evaluate emerging processor IP and high-speed protocols like PCIe, CXL, Ethernet, and UCIe.
  • Lead PPA trade-off decisions to balance performance, power, area, and cost targets.
  • Create modular subsystem architectures for chiplet, monolithic, or 3D form factors.

What we're looking for

  • MS or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Recognized industry expert in heterogeneous SoC architecture with deep experience in CPUs and AI/Networking/Storage/Compute/Crypto acceleration.
  • Experience with advanced protocols including PCIe, UCIe, UAL, and/or Ethernet.
  • Experience with high-bandwidth memory and interconnect design.
  • Demonstrated leadership on complex technical programs balancing performance, power, area, and cost tradeoffs.
  • Proven track record defining and delivering architecture for complex heterogeneous SoCs in advanced nodes (preferred).
  • Expertise in x86, ARM, or RISC-V based processor subsystems and heterogeneous acceleration (preferred).
  • Technical expert and thought leader in SoC Architecture with patents, publications, or major architectural wins (preferred).

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