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Principal Hardware Design Engineer

  • Intermediate level job
  • Trondheim (Trondheim)
  • Design / Civil engineering / Industrial engineering

Job description

Job Description

This position provides an interesting and innovative role where you will be involved in the architectural definition, design and optimization of next generation GPUs.

This is an opportunity to work as part of a world class engineering team employing the latest design and verification techniques to architect and develop best-in-class graphics processor IP, optimised for low power and high performance.

Successful candidates will display interest in 2D/ 3D graphics technology and/ or GPU computing, along with a high degree of technical creativity. Furthermore, you will demonstrate specialist skills in low power micro architecture definition and RTL implementation, including hands-on experience using state of the art tools and techniques in complex IP development projects.

As part of the GPU Design Team, you will join a diverse team of motivated and innovative engineers developing the Mali range of graphics processors.

Key Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

Define technology roadmap for key GPU functions. Derive specifications from architecture requirements. Specify, design and optimise complex blocks for use across multiple generations of GPU’s Establish trackable power, performance and area targets for roadmap developments

Job Requirements

Substantial experience of RTL design for GPU’s, CPU’s or DSP.

Repeated project experience of technically owning and executing the design and implementation of complex units or sub-systems, from specification to design sign-off.

Ability to quantify and make trade-offs between power, performance and area appropriately to meet the requirements of the product.

Ability to schedule own work and tasks.

Willingness to tackle varied and complex technical challenges.

Excellent communication and written skills in English.

High level programming experience such as C/C++ would be beneficial.

Experience of performance analysis is desirable

Knowledge of verification techniques is an advantage.

You will be a bright, pro-active individual, with a flair for detail, analysis and problem solving. You will have a real passion and interest in your work and be motivated to communicate with and educate all members of the wider team. Working within a multi-site team the successful candidate would be expected to travel to other sites on occasions.

Education & Qualifications

Good university degree in computer science, electronics engineering or microelectronics. Other science graduates will be considered with relevant experience

What are the desired behaviors for this role?

At ARM, we are proud to have a set of behaviors that reflect our unique culture and guide our decisions, defining how we work together to defy ordinary and shape extraordinary. These behaviors are assessed as part of the recruitment process:

• Delivery of results – You demonstrate a can-do attitude and you drive to overcome obstacles, acting with a sense of urgency because you’re passionate about what you do.
• Partner / customer focus – Your tendency to put your partners and customers first in all that you do by understanding their needs and striving to achieve win-win solutions.
• Creativity / innovation – Possessing curiosity and a passion for driving continuous improvement through spotting opportunities and seeking the views of others.
• Collaboration / communication – Your ability to forge lasting relationships which are built upon mutual trust, open communication and sharing of information and success.
• Personal impact / influence – You listen to different perspectives, evaluate, persuade and carefully shape your work to deliver truly impactful results.
• Team / personal development – You take time to drive your own development, while also encouraging team members and partners to do the same.

About Media Processing Group

The Media Processing Group (MPG) produces graphics hardware and software products for mobile and embedded devices. Our product portfolio includes GPU, Display and Video IP and our Mali™ Graphics Processor is the world’s #1 shipping GPU. Now we are entering into a new growth phase to provide new technologies and products for existing and new markets and are looking for talented people to join the team.

At MPG you will work with the world’s best companies, making world-leading products based on our IP and alongside the best engineers in the world. We work in small teams, so your ideas will make a difference and you will have the opportunity to lead, challenge the status quo and ultimately change the world of graphics.

Benefits

Your particular benefits package will depend on position and type of employment and may be subject to change. Your package will be confirmed on offer of employment. ARM's benefits program provides permanent employees with the opportunity to stay innovative and healthy, ensure the wellness of their families, and create a positive working environment.

·  Annual Bonus Plan
·  Discretionary Cash Award
·  Compulsory pension plan
·  Insurance Package (travel, life, disability, health)
·  Broadband, Internet home connection
·  Two weeks paid leave for dads when baby is born
·  Holiday, 6 (six) weeks as per Norwegian Holiday Act
·  Sabbatical, 20 paid business days every four-years of service
·  Volunteering, One (1) paid working day each year (TeamARM)
·  Others, parental leave, subsidised lunch, fitness gym in building, game room, team and seasonal social events

About ARM

ARM® technology is at the heart of a computing and connectivity revolution that is transforming the way people live and businesses operate. From the unmissable to the invisible; our advanced, energy-efficient processor designs are enabling the intelligence in 86 billion silicon chips and securely powering products from the sensor to the smartphone to the supercomputer. With more than 1,000 technology partners including the world's most famous business and consumer brands, we are driving ARM innovation into all areas compute is happening inside the chip, the network and the cloud.

With offices around the world, ARM is a diverse community of dedicated, innovative and highly talented professionals. By enabling an inclusive, meritocratic and open workplace where all our people can grow and succeed, we encourage our people to share their unique contributions to ARM's success in the global marketplace.

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