Principal Engineer, RISCV Architect

Role Summary

The Principal Engineer, RISCV Architect will lead the architecture, development, and assessment of next-generation RISC-V processor cores. Candidates should possess a deep expertise in high-performance CPU micro-architecture and a thorough understanding of RISC-V architecture.

Experience Level

Senior level position requiring 10 to 15 years of experience in CPU architecture and RTL design.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities include:

• Define and develop detailed micro-architecture specifications for RISC-V units.
• Lead the RTL development of CPU cores while ensuring power, performance, area (PPA), and timing goals are met.
• Benchmark various RISC-V core implementations against target workloads.
• Implement hardware-assisted virtualization features and architectural extensions for secure execution environments.
• Architect and integrate critical infrastructure elements like clocking and power management subsystems.
• Oversee the complete design lifecycle from architectural exploration through physical design delivery.

Requirements

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• 10–15 years of experience in CPU/SoC architecture and RTL design.
• Thorough knowledge of the RISC-V ISA and its standard extensions.
• Deep understanding of micro-architecture techniques like cache hierarchies and SIMD units.
• Proficiency in Verilog/SystemVerilog and experience with design tools.
• Familiarity with modern SoC fabric protocols and systems integration.
• Proven ability to mentor junior architects.

Education Requirements

Education background includes a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

About the Company

Company: Renesas

Headquarters: Hitachinaka, Japan

Renesas is a global leader in embedded semiconductor solutions, providing high-quality products across automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT sectors. With over 22,000 employees in more than 30 countries, the company focuses on scalable solutions that enhance user experience and drive innovation while committed to sustainability and energy efficiency.