Performance Modeling Engineer

Cadence Design Systems

4.4

(53)

San Jose, CA

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    Position summary

    elop a model-based performance analysis framework facilitating fast and accurate simulation at the chiplet and system level

    • Perform architectural exploration and quantify system performance for different workloads (traffic generators, CPUs, GPUs) and benchmarks - datacenters, AI inference, automotive, applications

    • Collaborate with system and IP architects to translate findings into practical solutions that can influence the design and application of chiplet technology

    • Define system performance specification and work with RTL performance verification teams in correlating expectations

    Required Skills/Experience

    • At least 5 years of experience in performance modeling and analysis

    • Understanding of performance concepts, queuing theory, throughput/latency tradeoffs

    • Strong programming concepts: C++, SystemC/Transaction Level Modeling (TLM)

    • In depth understanding of computer architecture and memory hierarchy

    • Bachelors/Masters/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar

    Preferred Skills

    • Knowledge of memory controllers and memory protocols - DDR, LPDDR, HBM, etc

    • Prior experience developing models for components such as CPU, NoC, GPU, MMU, Caches, memory controllers

    • Understand of interconnect protocols like AHB/AXI/ACE/ACE-Lite/CHI

    • Experience working with a full system simulator like GEM5, or similar

    • Experience working with performance benchmarks - SPEC, STREAM, accelerator workloads, generating synthetic traffic representing real traffic

    Understand RTL-Verilog, SV, UVM and experience with performance verificatio

    The annual salary range for California is $150,500 to $279,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
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    Why you should apply for a job to Cadence Design Systems:

  • 4.4/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.4/5 in supportive management
  • 87% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 89% would recommend this company to other women
  • 87% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Parental leave is available for both paternity and maternity
  • Flexible work options available
  • 88% of employees at Cadence say it is a great place to work compared to 57% of employees at a typical U.S.-based company.