System Architect, Custom Silicon

Richardson💼 Full-time💰 $171,000–$171,000🗓 2026-07-20 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead end-to-end system architecture development for complex semiconductor products (ASICs, SoCs, MCUs, networking, automotive, aerospace) from concept through production.

Role type

Senior Principal System Architect

Builds

Scalable system architectures and technical specifications for hardware, software, and silicon design teams

Domain

Semiconductor / Hardware / System Architecture

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | infrastructure

Required skills

System-level design, ASIC/SoC/MCU architecture, hardware/software co-design, IP strategy, performance/power/area tradeoff analysis, requirements management, cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

PhD in EE/CS, 18+ years experience, functional safety expertise, third-party IP ecosystem knowledge

Technologies

ASIC, SoC, MCU, networking protocols, security architectures, embedded systems

Responsibilities

Define product partitioning across hardware/software/firmware, develop architecture specifications, drive IP strategy, lead technical reviews and signoffs, mentor architects, act as primary technical interface for customers

Seniority

Principal, strategy & mentorship

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About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries (GF) is a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors that enable AI at scale, from the cloud to the physical world. We partner closely with our customers to deliver differentiated, power-efficient, high-performance solutions for high-growth markets. Across our global footprint in the United States, Europe and Asia, our teams are solving complex challenges that shape the future of technology. At GF, you'll find the opportunity to make an impact, work with world-class talent and contribute to a more secure, sustainable future.