Lead CPU RTL Engineer, Silicon

Google is seeking a Lead CPU RTL Engineer to join their Silicon team, working on cutting-edge processor development that powers Google's direct-to-consumer products. This role combines advanced hardware engineering with Google's innovative technology stack to create next-generation computing solutions.

The position requires deep expertise in CPU microarchitecture and RTL design, with a focus on developing high-performance, power-efficient processor designs. You'll be working on CPU frontend designs and proposing performance-enhancing features while collaborating with architects and performance teams to make critical design decisions.

The role offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $183,000 to $271,000, plus bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Located in major tech hubs including Poughkeepsie, Austin, Mountain View, and Portland, this position provides an opportunity to work with state-of-the-art processor technology.

As a Lead CPU RTL Engineer, you'll be responsible for delivering designs that meet strict Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) goals while maintaining production quality. The role requires expertise in digital logic design principles and languages like Verilog or SystemVerilog, along with experience in logic synthesis techniques for optimization.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced hardware engineers who want to impact millions of users through Google's hardware products. You'll be part of a team that combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences, working on projects that push the boundaries of what's possible in computer architecture and silicon design.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant experience and a strong educational background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Advanced degrees with an emphasis on computer architecture are particularly valued. You'll be working in an environment that values innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative problem-solving.