Network Architect

NextSilicon is a swiftly growing unicorn startup that is reimagining high-performance computing. Our pioneering coprocessor vastly accelerates supercomputers, driving them forward into a new generation. Our new software-defined hardware architecture enables HPC and AI to fulfill its promise of breakthroughs in all advanced research fields.

At NextSilicon, everything we do is guided by three core values:

Professionalism: We strive for exceptional results through professionalism and unwavering dedication to quality and performance.
Unity: Collaboration is key to success. That's why we foster a work environment where every employee can feel valued and heard.
Impact: We're passionate about developing technologies that make a meaningful impact on industries, communities, and individuals worldwide.

We are looking for an experienced, talented Architect. In this high-visibility and influential role, you will take part in defining and developing our cutting-edge technologies, be involved from definition stage and throughout the entire development stage. Work with the various teams and disciplines to gather requirements of new features as well as help solve different challenging implementation problems and support the product bring-up.

Requirements:

8+ years of experience working on ASIC complex networking architectures
Knowledge and experience with one or more of the following: Ethernet layers, switching and network topologies, Memory subsystem design, On-chip interconnect, and Debug methodology
Good understanding of ASIC design flow
Experience with MAC and PCS sub-systems
Experience with RDMA and/or MPI
Knowledge of high-speed design
Excellent communication skills within and across teams and at the executive level
Experience with PCle and/or CXL: advantage
Experience with SOC architecture and SOC design flows : advantage
Good understanding of SOC/Networking security aspects: advantage

Responsibilities:

Take a significant part of architectural definitions for NextSilicon SOCs
Close collaboration with cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams, including hardware, software, and system engineers
Evaluate and recommend selections of technology, IP, and vendor
Technology expert; build a knowledge base for the group
Influence roadmaps and help set technology targets for future SOCs.