SoC Interface Architect, Silicon
Description For SoC Interface Architect, Silicon
Join Google's Devices & Services team as a SoC Interface Architect, where you'll be at the forefront of developing custom silicon solutions that power Google's direct-to-consumer products. This role combines hardware architecture expertise with system-level thinking to create next-generation hardware experiences. You'll be responsible for defining and implementing low-speed interfaces and GPIO systems that are crucial for Google's hardware products.
The position requires deep technical knowledge in hardware interfaces and protocols, with a focus on architectural decisions that balance performance, power, and area constraints. You'll work closely with system teams to define IO specifications and lead the development of interface solutions from conception through implementation.
As part of Google's hardware initiative, you'll contribute to products used by millions worldwide, working at the intersection of custom silicon development and consumer electronics. The role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Google's hardware ecosystem while working with cutting-edge technology and world-class teams.
This is an ideal position for someone who combines strong technical expertise in hardware interfaces with architectural vision and leadership skills. You'll be part of Google's mission to create radically helpful experiences through the integration of AI, Software, and Hardware.
Responsibilities For SoC Interface Architect, Silicon
- Define the requirements and author architecture specifications and programming guides
- Analyze performance, power, area, and cost trade-offs
- Perform Third-Party IP phones (3PIP) selection of low speed interface IPs and GPIO IPs
- Define and maintain SoC input/output (IO) map collaborating with the system team
- Lead and support throughout the life cycle of low speed interfaces development
Requirements For SoC Interface Architect, Silicon
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience
- 3 years of experience in architecture, microarchitecture, design, or physical design of low speed interfaces or GPIO
- Experience in protocols such as I2C, UART, SPI
- Experience with I2S, JTAG, TDM, PDM, SoundWire, SPMI protocols (preferred)
- Experience in IO timing closure and GPIO circuit design (preferred)
- Experience in MIPI protocols (preferred)
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