Principal Processor Architect

2 Weeks ago • 9-15 Years • Research & Development • $137,600 PA - $294,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Microsoft's MAIA architecture team seeks a Principal Processor Architect to design and optimize processors for AI applications. Responsibilities include analyzing and optimizing processor performance for AI applications, focusing on throughput, latency, and power efficiency; developing and implementing processor architectures (instruction sets, execution units, memory subsystems); profiling and analyzing application performance; collaborating with hardware and software teams; and researching innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in processor architecture and AI algorithm optimization, along with strong collaboration and problem-solving skills.
Must have:
  • 9+ years experience in related technical engineering
  • Analyze and optimize processor performance
  • Develop and implement processor architectures
  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams
  • Proficient in Python
Good to have:
  • 15+ years technical engineering experience
  • Experience with IC5 Silicon Engineering
Perks:
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network

Job Details

Overview

Microsoft is a leader in design of world-class devices. Come join the dynamic Microsoft Silicon Architecture team as a Principal Performance Architect - team that is responsible for Architecting Microsoft AI Accelerator (MAIA) Silicon and is changing the world through innovation. We are a growing team of experienced silicon developers, working in a startup environment.  

Microsoft’s MAIA architecture team is looking for outstanding Principal Processor Architects to architect, and optimize processors for AI applications. 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond 

Qualifications

 

Required Qualifications:

  • 9+ years of related technical engineering experience
    • OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 6+ years technical engineering experience or internship experience
    • OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 4+ years technical engineering experience or internship experience
    • OR Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience.

Other Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:

Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

 

Controlled Technology: 

This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information.  To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable. 

 

 Preferred Qualifications:

  • 15+ years technical engineering experience
    • OR Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 12+ years technical engineering experience
    • OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 8+ years technical engineering experience
    • OR Doctorate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience.
    • Coding Language including phyton.

Silicon Engineering IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $137,600 - $267,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $180,400 - $294,000 per year.

      

 
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until February 10, 2025

 

 

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Responsibilities

As a Processor Architect with a focus on AI applications, you will be responsible for analyzing, optimizing, and designing AI algorithms and processors.  

  • Performance Optimization: Analyze and optimize the performance of processor for AI specific applications, focusing on throughput, latency, and power efficiency. 
  • Design and Development: Develop and implement processor architectures, including instruction sets, execution units, and memory subsystems, with a focus on maximizing application performance. 
  • Application Profiling, simulation, and modeling: Profile and analyze application performance to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for optimization within processor architecture. 
  • Collaboration: Work closely with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration of processor into larger systems and to optimize application performance. 
  • Research and Innovation: Stay updated with the latest advancements in AI related technologies, and apply innovative solutions to improve application performance. 
  • Embody our &   
Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
Industry leading healthcare
Educational resources
Discounts on products and services
Savings and investments
Maternity and paternity leave
Generous time away
Giving programs
Opportunities to network and connect

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