Fabric SOC Architect
About this role
Role Overview
The Fabric SOC Architect position at Tenstorrent is an engineering opportunity based in Santa Clara, California, focusing on high-performance system architecture. This role suits analytical professionals who enjoy bridging software execution and silicon design to influence system performance.
Key Responsibilities
As part of the Platform Architecture team, the architect works across machine learning software stacks, compilers, CPU design, cache coherency protocols, and interconnect fabrics. Professionals in this position make data-driven decisions that shape SoC performance, connect software execution with silicon design, and study how real machine learning workloads impact interconnect and cache layouts. The role involves balancing performance against complexity in memory hierarchies and integrating heterogeneous compute systems.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science. Applicants need a deep understanding of Network-on-Chip (NoC) topologies, routing algorithms, quality of service, and traffic scheduling. Essential qualifications include expertise in cache coherency protocols such as AMBA CHI and AXI, alongside modern memory and input-output technologies including DDR, LPDDR, GDDR, PCIe, CCIX, and CXL. Proficiency in C and C++ programming, coupled with experience building efficient performance models, is required. Additionally, candidates must be eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology due to federal compliance regulations.
Nice to Have
Familiarity with machine learning and artificial intelligence traffic patterns is considered a strong advantage. Experience with the formal verification of cache coherence protocols is also viewed favorably.
Skills and Tools
Salary and Benefits
Compensation for engineers at Tenstorrent ranges between $100,000 and $500,000, which includes both base salary and variable compensation targets. Final offers depend on experience, skills, education, background, and location. The company provides a competitive compensation package and benefits.
About the Company
Tenstorrent advances artificial intelligence technology by redefining performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency across hardware and software solutions. The enterprise develops custom RISC-V CPUs and builds platforms designed to power artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, and general-purpose workloads through cross-functional collaboration and technical innovation.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Tenstorrent careers page to submit an application for this opportunity.
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the location of the Fabric SOC Architect position?
The position is based in Santa Clara, California, United States.
What educational background is required for this role?
Candidates must have a BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
What programming language is required for the role?
Proficiency in C and C++ programming is required for building efficient performance models.
What is the salary range for engineering positions at Tenstorrent?
Total compensation for engineers ranges from $100,000 to $500,000, incorporating base and variable compensation targets.
Are there any export control requirements for employment?
Yes, employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology and complying with U.S. export laws.