Power Model Engineer

SiFive Job Opportunity

SiFive is transforming the future of compute by bringing the limitless potential of RISC-V to the highest performance and most data-intensive applications in the world. SiFive's unrivaled compute platforms are continuing to enable leading technology companies around the world to innovate, optimize and deliver the most advanced solutions of tomorrow across every market segment of chip design, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, automotive, data center, mobile, and consumer.

With SiFive, the future of RISC-V has no limits.

SiFive is creating RISC-V based CPU IPs faster and cheaper than ever before by combining the best practices of rapid, iterative software design with the proven fidelity of hardware engineering. We are seeking a person to develop power models of our processors.

• Develop power models for architecture exploration and development
• Correlate power models with RTL and Silicon
• Develop innovative methods to predict power of design changes

• MS or PhD in Computer Science / Computer Architecture
• 3+ years of experience in power analysis and modeling
• Experience with power impacts at architecture, logic design, and circuit levels.
• Good knowledge of computer architecture of high performance out-of-order CPU designs.
• Experience with ASIC power analysis and optimization.
• Hands-on expertise with either HW development (RTL/implementation flows, verification/validation, backend flows, FPGA flows) or SW development is a strong plus.
• Competency in software engineering best practices needed to maintain and refactor very large object oriented code bases.
• Self-starter, fast learner, strong problem-solving skills

Pay & Benefits

Consistent with SiFive values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline, and our compensation range reflects the cost of labor in the U.S. geographic market based on the location of the role. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience.

For candidates who receive and offer, the starting salary will vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, such qualifications as, skill level, competencies, and work location. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee.

Base Pay Range

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In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/ incentive compensation and/ or equity. In addition, this role is eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!

SiFive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.