Principal CPU uArch Exploration Engineer

Role Summary

This position focuses on defining the microarchitecture for Arm’s next-generation Cortex-X and Neoverse CPUs. The role requires driving innovations in CPU design through developing performance models, analyzing workloads, and shaping architectural decisions that will influence billions of devices.

Experience Level

Level - Senior

Responsibilities

• Define and design next-generation CPU microarchitectures aimed at optimizing performance, power, and area efficiency.
• Propose and evaluate microarchitectural innovations using cycle-accurate and functional simulators.
• Conduct thorough performance analyses and refine models to evaluate microarchitectural ideas.
• Collaborate with CPU design teams and ecosystem partners to integrate architectural innovations.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to team methodologies and workflows.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in CPU/system microarchitecture development or performance modeling.
• Proven expertise in high-performance CPU microarchitecture with a thorough understanding of performance, power, and area trade-offs.
• Experience with cycle-accurate simulators and performance modeling infrastructure.
• Strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities.

Education Requirements

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.