ASIC Design Architect

ASIC Design Architect This role has been designed as ''Onsite' with an expectation that you will primarily work from an HPE office. Who We Are : Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today's complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what's next. We know diverse backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE. Job Description : We are seeking a highly experienced ASIC Networking Architect to join our architecture team and help us drive the next-generation networking ASICs. This role requires deep technical expertise in computer architecture, high-speed networking protocols, and silicon design methodologies. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally with system architects, software, and hardware teams to develop innovative, high-performance ASIC solutions for switching, and datacenter connectivity. Key Responsibilities :

• Architecture Definition : Develop the micro-architecture and high-level design of networking ASICs, ensuring alignment with product goals, performance targets, and industry standards.
• Networking Protocols & Technologies : Design ASICs that support Ethernet (200G / 400G / 800G ), Programmability, and AI-driven networking enhancements.
• Computer Architecture & Memory Subsystems : Optimize packet processing pipelines, caching strategies, memory architectures (HBM, DDR, TCAM, SRAM), and interconnect fabrics for high-bandwidth, low-latency performance.
• ASIC Design Collaboration : Work with logic design, verification, and physical design teams to ensure smooth RTL implementation, synthesis, timing closure, and signoff.
• Performance Analysis & Optimization : Use simulation and emulation tools to model ASIC performance, validate system throughput, and optimize power / performance trade-offs.
• Security & Reliability Features : Implement security mechanisms such as MACSec, IPsec, and deep packet inspection for trusted networking solutions.
• Industry Trends & Future Technologies : Stay ahead of advancements in disaggregated networking, hardware acceleration (DPUs, SmartNICs), AI-driven networking, and software-defined infrastructure to influence long-term ASIC roadmaps.
• Technical Leadership : Drive architectural innovation and mentor engineers in design methodologies, ASIC lifecycle best practices, and system integration challenges.
• Influence Business decisions : Leverages recognized domain expertise, business acumen, and experience to influence decisions of executive business leadership, outsourced development partners, and industry standards groups. Required Qualifications :
• Education : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science. Ph.D. is a plus.
• Experience : Minimum 10 years in ASIC architecture, with a focus on networking, computing, or high-performance data processing.
• Strong Background in : Computer Architecture : Multicore processing, memory hierarchy optimizations, hardware-software co-design. Networking Protocols : Ethernet, TCP / IP, BGP, MPLS, VXLAN, QoS, congestion control mechanisms. ASIC Development Lifecycle : RTL design (Verilog / SystemVerilog), verification methodologies (UVM), synthesis, P&R constraints, and tape-out experience. High-Speed Interfaces : PCIe Gen6, SerDes, CXL, HBM integration. Security & Virtualization : Hardware acceleration for secure packet processing, hypervisor optimizations, and virtual network functions.
• Leadership & Collaboration Skills : Experience working with cross-functional teams spanning hardware, software, and systems. Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities with a track record of delivering complex ASIC projects. Preferred Qualifications :
• Experience with programmable pipelines and network switch SoCs.
• Prior involvement in datacenter-scale networking
• Hands-on knowledge of AI / ML accelerators for networking workloads.
• Contributions to IETF / IEEE standards committees. Additional Skills : Accountability, Accountability, Action Planning, Active Learning (Inactive), Active Listening, Agile Methodology, Agile Scrum Development, Analytical Thinking, Bias, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis Management, Data Collection Management (Inactive), Data Controls, Design, Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Group Problem Solving, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity (Inactive), Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity { 5 more} What We Can Offer You : Health & Wellbeing We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing. Personal & Professional Development We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division. Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know diverse backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. Let's Stay Connected : Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE. #unitedstates #aruba Job : Engineering Job Level : TCP_06 States with Pay Range Requirement The expected salary / wage range for a U.S. -based hire filling this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education / training, and / or skill level. If this is a sales role, then the listed salary range reflects combined base salary and target-level sales compensation pay. If this is a non-sales role, then the listed salary range reflects base salary only. Variable incentives may also be offered. Information about employee benefits offered can be found at https : / / myhperewards.com / main / new-hire-enrollment.html . USD Annual Salary : $148,000.00 - $340,500.00 HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Veterans / Disabled / LGBT and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to diversity and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global diverse team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here : Equal Employment Opportunity . Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO F / M / Protected Veteran / Individual with Disabilities. HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories. .

Salary : $148,000 - $340,500