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(Staff/Sr. Staff) NPU Design Engineer

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  • Being part of modelling the performance of the NPU module and its data transaction throughput.
  • Microarchitecture design and RTL coding using Verilog / System Verilog HDL for various sub-blocks of the NPU.
  • Understanding the mathematics of different convolution operators including different arithmetic formats (fixed point and floating point)
  • Estimate, measure and optimize PPA (Performance / Power / Area) to meet key objectives and results.
  • Optimizing micro-architecture design for low power and area is required.
  • Work closely with verification engineers to ensure comprehensive testing and debug issues.
  • Support integration into the overall system, conducting design checks, and addressing lint/timing/CDC issues.
  • Collaborate with software teams to assist in compiler and toolchain development and their debugging.
  • Produce clear and concise design documentation.
Requirements: * 8+ years of digital design with at least 2 to 3 years of SoC design experience is preferred.
  • At least one cycle of NPU design completion experience is required.
  • Hands on in digital design experience is a must.
  • Preferably has lead a team of at least 3 to 4 people in the past at the capacity of a design lead.
  • Experience in microarchitecture design, and RTL coding with Verilog/ System-Verilog.
  • Experience in synthesis, with analysis of power, timing and area.
  • Disciplined, quality-minded, and highly driven for excellence.
  • Excellent team player and good communication skills.
  • MSEE/BSEE in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
  • Understanding of convolution operator and number system is required.
  • Candidates with relevant experiences would be offered as Senior, taking on higher responsibilities.
  • Experience in UVM verification methodology is a plus.
  • A plus to have SoC design experience.
  • Experience with optimizing micro-architectures for low-power and low-area is a plus.
  • Knowledge in deep learning algorithms such as CNN / Transformer is a plus.
  • Experience with past design experience with NPU / GPU / DSP design is a plus.
  • Experience with ARM or RISC-V processor systems is a plus.
  • Passionate and strong in general programming is a plus.