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MemryX is a semiconductor company developing high-performance, low-power AI accelerators for edge computing. The company has shipped its MX3 AI accelerator and is actively developing the next-generation MX4, backed by top-tier venture capital.
As Senior SoC Architect, you will define and drive the system-level architecture for next-generation SoCs targeting AI and edge-computing applications. You will bridge software requirements and hardware implementation, translating product and workload requirements into scalable system architectures. You will guide key technical decisions from early exploration through silicon bring-up and lead cross-functional efforts to deliver high-performance, power-efficient silicon solutions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Define overall SoC architecture, including memory hierarchy, IP selection, high-speed interconnects, coherency, I/O, security, and power-management architectures
- Own SoC architecture specifications and roadmaps; author, review, and maintain comprehensive architectural and micro-architecture documents
- Evaluate architectural tradeoffs, balancing performance, power, area (PPA), cost, and schedule specifically for edge computing workloads
- Analyze target AI workloads and develop performance models to guide architectural decisions and identify bottlenecks across hardware and software
- Partner with RTL, verification, firmware, compiler, and application teams throughout the development lifecycle to translate product requirements into actionable engineering plans
- Lead architecture reviews, document requirements, and ensure alignment between product goals and implementation
- Support pre-silicon validation, post-silicon bring-up, performance characterization, and optimization
You will report to the Senior Director of Engineering and work full-time from the Ann Arbor headquarters. The company emphasizes a collaborative, innovation-driven culture with structured learning opportunities, rapid prototyping, and clear career progression.
REQUIREMENTS:
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
- 15+ years of industry experience in ASIC/SoC design
- At least 3+ years functioning in a lead architectural capacity
- Proven track record of successfully architecting and taping out complex, high-performance SoCs
- Deep knowledge of AI architectures and tech-driven passion for hardware development
- High adaptability and energy to thrive in fast-paced startup environment
- Open, honest communication skills and collaborative mindset
DESIRABLE:
- Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Architecture, or related discipline
- Hands-on experience with performance modeling (C++, SystemC) and architectural simulation tools
- Familiarity with rapid prototyping methodologies and hardware-software co-design
- Previous startup experience with strong desire for continuous learning
- Knowledge of advanced packaging technologies (chiplets, 2.5D/3D integration)
