Principal Engineer, CPU Verification

DescriptionInvent the future with us.   Recognized by Fast Company’s 2023 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators List, Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient, sustainable cloud computing.  We're excited to introduce AmpereOne Aurora, our groundbreaking AI compute solution. Aurora combines high-performance general-purpose CPUs with integrated AI capabilities, offering unmatched efficiency and market reach. This revolutionary product handles AI training, AI inference, web server workloads, and database operations all in one platform. Aurora is poised to set new standards in AI acceleration, delivering superior performance while consuming significantly less power. Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team — we’d love to have you apply! About the Role : As a Principal Engineer, CPU Verification, you will be a key member of the design verification team at Ampere to deliver our high-quality next generation AI integrated, cloud-native server class SoCs. You will be responsible for defining verification strategies and architecting solutions for complex verification problems. You will partner with stakeholders in adjacent domains and enable verification team to left shift bug hunting and meet verification goals on schedule. You'll be involved with all aspects of product development starting with specifications through tape-out and product launch.What you’ll achieve :  Define strategy and requirements for block level and chip level testing infrastructureCreate test plans for unit-level and chip-level verificationDesign and implement test benches and verification environmentDevelop random test generators to generate tests and debug failuresDefine and drive completion of all verification activities to meet product quality requirementsDefine post-si validation plans and debug post-silicon system level failuresMentor / guide the work of junior engineers About you :  MS or BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.Minimum 6 years (with MS) or 8 years (with BS) of pre-silicon IP verification know-how preferably in CPU or Graphics coresSolid understanding of high-performance microprocessor / computer architecture, OOO execution and cache coherency conceptsExperienced in developing block level and chip level testing infrastructure using industry standard languages like System Verilog, SVTB, UVM / OVM and simulation toolsFamiliarity with ARM or x86 or RISC V / SPARC architecture and assembly languageProgramming experience in languages common to the industry (e.g., C, C , Perl, Python)Good written and verbal communication skills, excellent attention to detail, strong analytical / problem solving skills What we’ll offer : At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $135,400 and $225,600, except in the San Francisco Bay Area where the range is between $146,300 and $243,800. We offer an annual bonus program tied to internal company goals and annual meritocratic equity awards that enable our employees to participate in the success of the company.   Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life, with full benefits eligibility at 20 hours per week. Benefits highlights include : Premium medical, dental, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401K retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.Unlimited Flextime and 10 paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work-life balance.A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.And there is much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more.  We are passionate about inventing industry leading cloud-native designs that contribute to a more sustainable future. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process. #LI-GW1#LI-Hybrid    Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and / or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary : $146,300 - $243,800