Senior Principal Computer Architect AI/ML (f/m/d)

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In this role, the candidate would join a multi‑national world‑class organization with cutting‑edge technology.

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NXP is looking to hire an experienced architect (f/m/d) for its in‑house Neural Processor Unit design team.

The role itself is hardware focused but requires intimate knowledge of how software would use compute resources – this includes embedded software, as well as the compilation tools that map the application.ResponsibilitiesParticipation and tracking of technical forums and literature.Maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of recent trends in industry and academia.Directing activities of other team members focused on AI/ML accelerator design.Pushing the rapidly evolving AI/ML technology forward.Fast problem‑solving across hardware, software, and architecture domains.Interacting with external teams worldwide (North America, Asia) for software tools, compilers, SOC performance models, and logic design.Ensuring excellent communication and collaboration across cross‑functional teams.Contributing to the digital IP team led by Directors and Fellows with extensive domain experience.Handling security‑related tasks and adhering to security certifications where applicable.Key ChallengesLeverage broad technical skills in software, hardware, and computer architecture to solve problems spanning all of these domains.Fast problem‑solving critical as the product life cycle matures and approaches chip tape‑out.Job QualificationsMinimum 10 year experienceAbility to map high‑level power/performance/area requirements into realizable hardware architectures.Proven track record on architecture/design of highly parallel/SIMD/Vector/Matrix processing.Deep knowledge of RTL design/simulation/verification, C/C++ embedded programming, Python/high‑level languages for modeling/automation, C‑compilers and working with low‑level and higher‑level software teams.Understanding of system‑level interplay.Knowledge of AMBA bus protocols, memory controllers, bus fabrics.Good communicator/team‑player.Basic knowledge of AI mathematical operations with ability to learn deeper if only basic knowledge is present.Basic knowledge of DSP preferable: FFT/Filters/Convolution/Correlation.Good written and verbal English communication skills.Security‑related responsibilities and certification scope, requiring a conscious and reliable way of working.This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge neural processor technology, collaborate with cross‑functional teams worldwide, and grow within a dynamic IP team led by experienced Directors and Fellows. #J-18808-Ljbffr NXP aims to be a market leader in the intelligent edge, and the chosen candidate will be playing a pivotal role in underpinning this endeavour.Job SummaryWe are looking for a Senior Computer Architect to research, develop, and advance the state‑of‑the‑art in Artificial Intelligence (AI) accelerator IPs used in various products for different applications.

Knowledge of the latest neural network architectures and methods of reduction to embedded implementations with real‑world cost/power constraints is key to success in this role.