Achronix Semiconductor

Embedded Software Developer

Pleasanton, California, United States

$150,000 – $250,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Semiconductor, AI & Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Robotics & AutomationIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, with 5-10 years of prior experience in embedded security firmware/software development. They must have strong knowledge of cryptography functions and embedded security architecture, along with familiarity with ARM MCU’s and MPU’s and embedded systems architecture. Demonstrated experience of on-time delivery of quality architectures is also required.

Responsibilities

As an Embedded Software Developer, the candidate will develop and release security firmware and supporting tools for the Secure Enclave, working closely with various teams to define and architect the firmware. They will utilize the quality SW development process, collaborate with team members, and work with marketing and customers to integrate feedback on security and configuration requirements. The role involves a mastery of security threats, a deep understanding of hardware system security functions, and the development of portions of the Secure Enclave Firmware and system provisioning tools.

Skills

C
C++
Cryptography
Embedded Systems
ARM MCU
ARM MPU
Firmware Development
Embedded Security
IoT
Security Architecture

Achronix Semiconductor

High-performance FPGA and eFPGA solutions

About Achronix Semiconductor

Achronix Semiconductor specializes in high-performance field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and embedded FPGAs (eFPGAs). Their products include standalone FPGAs and eFPGA intellectual property (IP) that are produced in high volumes. Achronix offers ready-to-use PCIe accelerator cards that are designed for various applications, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), networking, and data centers. The company generates revenue by selling its FPGA and eFPGA products and licensing its IP. Achronix differentiates itself from competitors by providing both standalone and embedded solutions, along with industry-leading electronic design automation (EDA) software tools that help customers integrate and optimize performance. The goal of Achronix is to support a wide range of clients in the AI, ML, networking, and data center sectors by delivering high-performance semiconductor solutions.

Santa Clara, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2004Year Founded
$274.5MTotal Funding
SPAC_IPOCompany Stage
Hardware, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from Xilinx and Altera may impact Achronix's market share.
Reliance on Intel's 22nm process could pose supply chain risks for Achronix.
Geopolitical tensions between the US and China may affect Achronix's operations in China.

Differentiation

Achronix offers unique high-density, high-performance FPGAs with integrated hard IP protocol functions.
The Speedster®22i FPGAs are built on Intel's advanced 22nm process with 3-D Tri-Gate transistors.
Achronix provides both standalone FPGAs and eFPGA IP, catering to diverse market needs.

Upsides

Growing interest in FPGA-based AI acceleration boosts Achronix's market potential.
Collaboration with Bluespec enhances Achronix's Speedster7t FPGAs with scalable RISC-V processing.
Participation in SuperComputing 2024 highlights Achronix's focus on high-performance computing solutions.

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