Software Engineer - Principal

Company: Siemens EDA Job Title: SoftwareEngineer - Principal Job Reference#: 405647 Job Location: Fremont,CA Siemens EDA is a globaltechnology leader in electronic design automation software. Our software toolsenable companies around the world to develop new and highly innovativeelectronic products faster and more cost-effectively. Our customers use ourtools to push the boundaries of technology and physics in order to deliverbetter products in the increasingly complex world of chip, board and systemdesign.

Siemens EDA is lookingfor a R&D lead who can understand, design, and implement LLM & AI/MLbased solutions for high-level synthesis (HLS). The role isfor Catapult HLS, anindustry leader in HLS space, which takes ANSI C/C++ and SystemC inputs and generates register transfer level (RTL) code targetedfor FPGAs and ASICs. https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ic/ic-design/high-level-synthesis-and-verification-platform/ Catapult HLS tool isused by leading hardware design and systems companies for cutting edgesemiconductor chip design in edge computing/automotive/machinelearning/wireless design/video, image processing etc.

We also work closely withacademia and the tool is also used by top universities around the world inacademic research to create state of the art edge computing/ML/AI chips. These are exciting timesin our space - we are growing and working on ambitious new initiatives. We are looking for passionate engineers to be part of ourLLM/AI/ML team.

This team is expected toplay a major role in developing several new capabilities in the Catapult HLStool in future. Responsibilities Find innovative ways to use LLMs (generative AI) to generate HLS-ready models for specific architectures and leverage LLM & AI/ML techniques to lead and improve upon current High-level synthesis and High-level verification solutions like PPA exploration and estimation, or orchestration of recipes for formal-based solutions. Leverage infrastructure and learning developed from such initiatives to other products in CSD and Siemens EDA Analyze and improve PPA for HLS-generated RTL by improving upon existing algorithms and developing new algorithms.

Participate in the specification, architecture, design, and development of features. Work with customers, research partners and academia to drive future innovation-related initiatives. Be a force for improving development processes and product quality.

Work effectively with globally distributed engineering teams and the Product Validation team Education andExperience: PhD or post-doc in CS or ECE with research focus on EDA, preferably HLS or synthesis in general, and LLMs/AI/ML, or Masters with > 5 years of LLM/AI/ML & EDA industry experience Deep understanding of numerical methods and sparse matrix techniques Good knowledge of digital electrical circuits Outstanding programming skills in C and C++, or Python, preferably on Linux platform Proficiency in memory optimization, high-performance data structures and algorithms Advanced multithreading programming experience. Understanding of advanced computer architectures The Ideal Candidateshould demonstrate: Previous experience with product development or academic research in AI/ML applicable to EDA or digital design tools. Solid background in object-oriented design and Software Engineering processes.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to collaborate as part of globally distributed team Fluency in English with strong interpersonal and excellent oral and written communication skills. Technical Skills(Desirable) : Understanding of digital design for ASIC or FPGA.

Hardware architecture and trade offs for digital arithmetic design. Understanding of compiler optimizations. Working knowledge of one or more HDL language and/or SystemC.

Python programming experience. Prior background in applying LLMs/ML/AI in one or more areas like program analysis, EDA algorithms, compilers, DSE, PPA estimation, formal verification. General Skills: Strongpositive attitude, Good presentation and communication skills, Self-driven andself-motivating, Able to implement technical solutions independently, Relationshipbuilding capabilities, Team player.

This position will besubject to U.S. export control requirements under the International Traffic inArms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment is contingent on either verifying the U.S.

Person status orobtaining any necessary export license. Siemens Software. Transform the Everyday The salary range forthis position is $145,700 to $262,300 and this role is eligible to earnincentive compensation.

The actual compensation offered is based on thesuccessful candidate's work location as well as additional factors, includingjob-related skills, experience, and relevanteducation/training. Siemens offers a variety of health and wellnessbenefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: www.benefitsquickstart.com.

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