Principal Chip Architect Lazio

Principal Chip Architect
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Principal Chip ArchitectLocation: Remote, anywhere in ItalyAbout the RoleMy Client is seeking a Principal Chip Architect to drive the definition, design, and optimization of next-generation AI processors.

This is a key leadership position responsible for architecting high-performance digital subsystems, ensuring scalability, power efficiency, and seamless integration into cutting-edge AI hardware. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, defining system specifications, leading microarchitecture design, and shaping the silicon roadmap.

This is a high-impact role for an engineer passionate about innovation in compute, memory, and interconnect architectures. Key ResponsibilitiesDefine chip and subsystem architectures for AI processing units. Develop scalable and power-efficient microarchitectures. Optimize performance, power, and area (PPA) across the design flow. Lead logical design efforts from concept to tape-out. Drive architectural validation, performance modeling, and verification. Collaborate with hardware, software, and verification teams to ensure seamless integration. Required Skills & Experience15+ years in chip architecture, digital design, or high-performance compute. Advanced degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. Expertise in processor and accelerator architectures for AI/ML workloads. Deep knowledge of front-end ASIC design, including:SystemVerilog, synthesis, timing closure, and power optimization. Coherent interconnects, memory hierarchy, and dataflow architectures. SVA for formal property checking. Design for Testability (DFT) and verification methodologies. Strong proficiency in EDA tools, performance modeling, and scripting (Python, TCL). Experience in defining chip roadmaps and architectural trade-offs. For more information, please get in touch.

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