Senior CPU Power Architect

About the job

We are seeking a skilled CPU Power Architect to drive and optimize CPU power efficiency across the entire design cycle, from early architectural modeling through RTL implementation to silicon validation! In this role, you will work closely with software, architecture, RTL, physical design, and validation teams to identify power-saving opportunities, guide key design trade-offs, and ensure our CPUs achieve aggressive performance-per-watt goals. You will apply strong technical expertise in power analysis, modeling, and optimization while using silicon data to validate assumptions and refine future designs. Success in this position also requires excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling you to influence cross-functional teams and help deliver highly efficient CPU products.

What you’ll be doing

• Pre-silicon Power Estimation: Model and estimate CPU power at C-model, RTL, and netlist stages using industry-standard tools.
• Power Optimization: Identify inefficiencies and drive design improvements in collaboration with architects, RTL designers, and PD engineers.
• Test Development: Create targeted power characterization tests (e.g., peak power, di/dt stress patterns) for both simulation and silicon.