Memory Architecture Director

Openchip is a European Silicon Engineering Company, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. We aim to democratize the usage of Chips by developing Systems on Chip, SOCs, that combines RISC-V and accelerated chiplets for AI and HPC, everything interconnected with UCIe open interfaces. Our technologies will provide a value in multiple fields as Artificial Intelligence, Security and Privacy, and Carbon Footprint Reduction. We are willing to change the Silicon Industry and help to build a more sustainable world, where collaboration and openness are by default. Our chips will be used in High Performance Computing, Autonomous Driving, Telecommunications, Personalized Medicine, Edge Computing, and Cloud. We can offer you an exciting career path in a multicultural and multinational environment where innovation, teamwork, and trust are in our DNA. You will have the opportunity to learn from senior professionals, use the most advanced technologies to develop chips and participate in one of the most relevant technological projects in the European Union. We are actively seeking a Memory Architecture Director to join our dynamic team. About the function The Memory Architecture team consists of a multi-disciplinary group focused on architectural aspects of all memories in the SoC and work on potential innovative Non-Von-Neuman Architecture. Specifically, the team identifies the optimum memory micro-architecture choices using performance and power analysis. The team will identify the architecture guidelines for memory size, parallelism, and protocol compliance for the SoC. Job responsibilities The MEMORY ARCHITECTURE LEAD in SILICON ARCHITECTURE OFFICER at Open-Chip is chartered with defining the architectural aspects of all memories for System-on-Chip (SoC) designs. This encompasses cache memories, main memories (Dram, HBM), storage (NVM), and compute in memory (CIM) architecture for IA. In this Technical Leadership role, you will collaborate closely with customers, business leaders, experts, software/solution teams, and DESIGN team within the System Architecture group. It’s an exciting opportunity to drive innovation and create optimized SoC solutions for both current and next-generation products. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Cache architecture development, cache hierarchy, and coherence protocol definition. Dram and HBM interface integration. Flash storage power optimization. Identify CIM alternative architecture to eliminate memory-wall for AI-ML applications. Development, assessment, and refinement of Architecture to target power, performance, area, and timing goals. Skills 20+ years of prior experience in developing memory IP and delivering hardware products or solutions. System-level understanding (at a minimum) of one of the following subsystems of the SoC: Memory IP, eNVM IP, NOC, AI, Security, with demonstrated technical skills spanning hardware, software, algorithms, software stack/tools, libraries, and frameworks. Experience working in and navigating a large corporation. Experience leading a technical team in a highly matrixed environment. Experience working with and influencing business leaders. Soft Skills Excellent communication skills to synthesize and create clear key messages backed by data. Proven capacity to thrive and continuously learn in a dynamic, innovative setting, showcasing a growth mindset, quick adaptability, and a strong commitment to efficient execution. Demonstrated thought leadership and cross-group collaboration skills. A team player willing to jump in where needed as an active contributor. What do we offer? Join an innovative team and experience company growth. We believe in investing in our employees and providing them with the opportunities they need to grow and develop their careers. Enjoy a hybrid work environment. We also offer a flexible schedule. We offer a remuneration that values your experience. The position can be located in Barcelona (Spain) or Rome (Italy). We are looking for outstanding people willing to join our mission to change this industry and help to build a better world. If you feel identified with Openchip, please contact us. We can offer a competitive compensation package in a flexible work schema that will help you to keep a balance between your personal and professional life. At Openchip & Software Technologies S.L., we believe a diverse and inclusive team is the key to groundbreaking ideas. We foster a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential – regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr