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Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer

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Google

Lead CPU RTL Design Engineer

Portland, OR

Minimum qualifications:

  • 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).
Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture, or a related field.
  • Experience leading front-end design for modern processor components or AI accelerators.
  • Experience with ARM Instruction Set Architecture.
  • Experience with SOC design, architect, and integration.

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About the job

Be part of a diverse team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $177,000-$266,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Client-provided location(s): Portland, OR, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Mountain View, CA, USA; Poughkeepsie, NY, USA
Job ID: Google-128478960710230726
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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