CareerPlan

Principal Compute Pathfinding ASIC Design

2 LocationsFull-time$164k2026-07-23 → 2026-11-10

Core

Define and evolve advanced ASIC architectures and system-level designs for future memory and compute capabilities, bridging high-level modeling with RTL and physical design implementation.

Role type

Principal ASIC Architect (Compute Pathfinding)

Builds

Advanced ASIC solutions and compute architectures for Micron's long-term technology roadmap

Domain

Semiconductor / ASIC Design / Computer Architecture

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

ASIC architecture definition, Verilog/SystemVerilog, logic design, synthesis, system-level modeling, backend physical design flows, performance/power/area tradeoffs

Preferred skills

High-level synthesis (HLS), static timing analysis, power optimization, architectural exploration frameworks

Technologies

Verilog, SystemVerilog, ASIC design tools, synthesis tools, static timing analysis tools

Responsibilities

Define ASIC architectures including logic partitioning and module interfaces; Write block-level and architectural specifications; Oversee logic design and synthesis activities; Evaluate impacts of placement, routing, timing, and power on architectural decisions; Perform system-level modeling and validate proof-of-concept designs; Drive evaluation of complete ASIC flows from high-level design through timing closure; Collaborate with multi-functional teams for implementation readiness

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategy & roadmap influence