Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer

Google is a global technology company that develops innovative consumer products and services.
$177,000 - $266,000
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5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
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Description For Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer

Google is seeking a Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer to join their hardware team, focusing on developing custom silicon solutions for direct-to-consumer products. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the next generation of hardware experiences at one of the world's leading technology companies.

The position requires a strong background in CPU or AI accelerator logic/RTL design, with emphasis on microarchitecture definition and PPA optimizations. You'll be working with cutting-edge technology, developing CPU subsystem front-end designs for next-generation processors. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams including Software, Architect, and Performance teams to optimize designs and conduct trade-off studies.

As a Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for proposing and implementing performance-enhancing microarchitecture features, ensuring designs meet Performance, Power, and Area (PPA) goals while maintaining production quality. You'll work closely with Verification teams for quality assurance and physical design teams to meet frequency, power, and area objectives.

The position offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary range of $177,000-$266,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Google provides an inclusive work environment and is committed to building a diverse workforce that represents its global user base.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to make a significant impact on Google's hardware products, working with state-of-the-art technology and contributing to products used by millions worldwide. The role requires both technical expertise and leadership skills, as you'll be guiding technical decisions and working with various teams to deliver optimal solutions.

Google's commitment to innovation, combined with its resources and global reach, makes this an ideal position for someone looking to advance their career in hardware design while working on challenging and meaningful projects. The role offers the chance to work with some of the industry's best talents and contribute to the future of Google's hardware ecosystem.

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Responsibilities For Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer

  • Participate in developing CPU subsystem. Develop CPU subsystem front-end designs, emphasizing on microarchitecture and RTL design for the next generation CPU
  • Propose performance enhancing microarchitecture features, and work with Software, Architect, and Performance teams for trade-off studies
  • Communicate the pros and cons of microarchitecture enhancements. Deliver designs, meeting Performance, Power, Area (PPA) goals with production quality
  • Work with the Verification team to ensure production of quality designs, and the physical design and power teams to meet frequency, power, and area goals
  • Become familiar with modern techniques, interpret the techniques into design constructs, and languages in order to provide guidance to and participate in the performance evaluation effort

Requirements For Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in CPU or AI accelerator logic/RTL design, including microarchitecture definition and PPA optimizations
  • Experience with RTL language (System Verilog) and related design processes (e.g., Lint, UPF)
  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science preferred
  • Experience leading front-end design for modern processor components or AI accelerators preferred
  • Experience with ARM Instruction Set Architecture preferred
  • Experience with SOC design, architect, and integration preferred

Benefits For Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
  • bonus
  • equity
  • benefits

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