ASIC Power Architect - Job Description
As an ASIC Power Architect, you will be responsible for defining Multi Power Domain architectures in SoC, with a particular focus on Low-Power states.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of SoC development flow, power management, and the ability to drive architecture convergence to deliver high-performance, low-power, and cost-effective solutions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Power Analysis based on RTL/Netlist including early power estimation based on previous generation architectures
- Power Optimization techniques at various phases on Design & Development
- Defining Methodologies and Processes for next generation power aware design, development and implementation
- Working closely with and guiding PD implementation from Power optimization perspective
- Characterization process / data analysis with emphasis on Voltage scaling methodologies – SVS / DVFS / DVS and binning
- Leading complex activities while having multiple interfaces
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and refine Power Architecture, ensuring alignment with industry standards and customer needs.
- Working closely with the Design, Verification, DFT and Physical Design teams while guiding them.
- Evaluate all aspects of the ASIC power management from requirements, through definition phase, Design, Verification and to Synthesis, Place and Route, Timing and Power optimizations.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
- BSc. in Computer Science or Computer / Electrical Engineering
- At least 10 years of experience in ASIC Power architecture
SKILLS:
- Extensive experience in SoC architecture, Power Management and full ASIC flow.
- Solid understanding of Power Management techniques and Low-Power design principles.
- Physical Understanding on latest Process technologies N7 & N5
- Hands on in Silicon debug of complex power issues
- Proficiency in Low-Power standards like UPF/CPF.
- Working knowledge on UPF based RTL / PGPIN simulations.
- Proficiency in ASIC design tools, simulation methodologies, and hardware description languages (HDLs).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on power optimization.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.