Processor Hardware Architect at Baidu USA

Sunnyvale, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Semiconductor, Technology, AIIndustries

Requirements

Experience and knowledge of CPU architecture with deep expertise in one or more areas: ARM/RISC-V/MIPS processors, ISA (Instruction Set Architecture), Memory subsystem, Coherency, AI/ML architecture, Security
Proven track record in performance and power optimization (e.g., perf@watt and perf/sq.mm modeling or analysis, and track record in design implementation)
Ability to provide guidelines, direction, and support to the team; work with marketing team to define and design next-generation system and silicon architecture; publish specifications
Proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages such as Perl or Python
Knowledge and experience with common performance benchmarks and workloads
MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering
Low power domain experience (plus)
Knowledge or experience in the automotive industry (plus)
Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese

Responsibilities

Design and define new micro-architecture
Identify areas for improvement and optimize existing architectures
Collaborate with designers, RTL engineers, system, and software teams
Explore feasibility of ideas and proof of concept
Contribute to performance improvement
Provide guidelines, direction, and support to the team
Work with the marketing team to define and design the next generation architecture
Publish specifications

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ARMRISC-VMIPSISAMemory subsystemCoherencyAI/ML architectureSecurityC/C++PythonPerlperformance optimizationpower optimization

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the CPU/GPU/Processor Hardware Architect position?

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Is this CPU/Processor Architect role remote or office-based?

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What key skills and experience are required for this hardware architect role?

Candidates need experience and deep expertise in CPU architecture areas like ARM/RISC-V/MIPS processors, ISA, memory subsystem, coherency, AI/ML architecture, or security; proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages such as Perl or Python; and knowledge of performance benchmarks and workloads. An MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering is required, along with proven track record in performance and power optimization.

What is the company culture like for this position at Baidu USA?

The culture emphasizes working in small, fast-moving teams with a strong team orientation, supporting and collaborating with colleagues. Ideal candidates align with the mission, are self-directed and driven, motivated to achieve greatness, and hungry to learn new skills and grow.

What makes a strong candidate for the CPU/Processor Architect role?

Strong candidates have deep CPU architecture expertise, proven performance and power optimization experience, proficiency in C/C++ and scripting, and the ability to collaborate across teams while providing direction. Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese, plus experience in low power or automotive domains, are advantageous.

Baidu USA

Culturally tailored search technology provider

About Baidu USA

Baidu's main product is an intelligent, culturally tailored search technology that powers various community-based and vertical search-based products, including web search, Baidu PostBar, Baidu Knows, Baidu Encyclopedia, Maps, Image Search, Video Search, and News Search. Their cutting-edge Box Computing Open Platform provides deep-linked content and applications directly through the search box, demonstrating their commitment to continually innovating to enhance user experience.

3822+XCF, Shang Di Shi Jie, Hai Dian Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100193Headquarters

2000Year Founded

$8,590.8MTotal Funding

EARLY_STAGE_VCCompany Stage

Data & AnalyticsIndustries

10,001+Employees