Sr. Software Engineer - High Level Synthesis

https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ic/ic-design/high-level-synthesis-and-verification-platform/

Catapult HLS tool is used by leading hardware design andsystems companies for cutting edge semiconductor chip design in edge computing/automotive/machinelearning/wireless design/video, image processing etc. We also work closely withacademia and the tool is also used by top universities around the world in academicresearch to create state of the art edge computing/ML/AI chips.

These are exciting times in our space - we are growing andworking on ambitious new initiatives. We are looking for passionate engineers to be part of our LLM/AI/MLteam.

This team is expected to play a major role in developing severalnew capabilities in the Catapult HLS tool in future.

Responsibilities

• Find innovative ways to use LLMs (generative AI) to generateHLS-ready models for specific architectures and leverage LLM & AI/MLtechniques to lead and improve upon current High-level synthesis and High-levelverification solutions like PPA exploration and estimation, or orchestration ofrecipes for formal-based solutions.
• Leverage infrastructure and learning developed from suchinitiatives to other products in CSD and Siemens EDA
• Analyze and improve PPA for HLS-generated RTL by improving uponexisting algorithms and developing new algorithms.
• Participate in the specification,architecture, design, and development of features.
• Work with customers, research partners and academia to drivefuture innovation-related initiatives.
• Be a force for improving development processes andproduct quality.
• Work effectively with globally distributed engineering teams andthe Product Validation team

Education and Experience:

• PhD or post-doc in CS orECE with research focus on EDA, preferably HLS or synthesis in general, and LLMs/AI/ML,or Masters with > 5 years of LLM/AI/ML & EDA industry experience
• Deep understandingof numerical methods and sparse matrix techniques
• Good knowledge ofdigital electrical circuits
• Outstanding programmingskills in C and C++, or Python, preferably on Linux platform
• Proficiency inmemory optimization, high-performance data structures and algorithms
• Advanced multithreadingprogramming experience.
• Understanding ofadvanced computer architectures

The Ideal Candidate should demonstrate:

• Previous experience withproduct development or academic research in AI/ML applicable to EDA or digitaldesign tools.
• Solid background in object-oriented design andsoftware engineering processes.
• Strong analytical andproblem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to collaborateas part of globally distributed team
• Fluency in English withstrong interpersonal and excellentoral and written communication skills.

Technical Skills (Desirable) :

• Understanding of digital design forASIC or FPGA. Hardware architecture and trade offs for digital arithmeticdesign.
• Understanding of compiler optimizations.
• Working knowledge of one or more HDL language and/or SystemC.
• Python programming experience.
• Prior background in applying LLMs/ML/AI in one or more areas like program analysis, EDA algorithms, compilers, DSE, PPA estimation, formal verification.

General Skills: Strong positive attitude, Good presentationand communication skills, Self-driven and self-motivating, Able to implementtechnical solutions independently, Relationship building capabilities, Teamplayer.

The salary range forthis position is $141,100 to $225,800 and this role is eligible to earnincentive compensation. The actual compensation offered is based on thesuccessful candidate's work location as well as additional factors, includingjob-related skills, experience, and relevanteducation/training. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellnessbenefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: www.benefitsquickstart.com. In addition, this position is eligible for time off inaccordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave, paid parentalleave, PTO (for non-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (forexempt employees).

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