SoC Architect

Responsibilities

• Define the architecture and technical roadmap for custom SoCs targeted for edge applications
• Drive system-level tradeoff analysis across compute, memory, interconnect, power, thermal, and cost constraints
• Architect energy-efficient ML compute subsystems optimized for inference workloads and real-world deployment environments
• Collaborate with internal hardware, software, systems, and product teams to align architecture with platform needs
• Partner with external silicon vendors, IP providers, and manufacturing partners to execute development plans
• Lead hardware/software co-design efforts to maximize performance per watt and end-to-end system efficiency
• Guide implementation teams through microarchitecture, RTL development, validation, and bring-up phases

Requirements

• Proven experience defining and delivering complex SoC or ASIC architectures from concept to production
• Deep understanding of AI/ML accelerators, edge inference workloads, and energy-efficient compute design
• Strong knowledge of SoC subsystems including CPU/GPU/NPU architectures, memory hierarchies, interconnects, and power management
• Experience working with both internal engineering organizations and external strategic partners
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced, execution-driven environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence technical direction across organizations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with edge AI devices, embedded systems, or consumer hardware platforms
• Background in performance modeling, silicon cost optimization, and workload-driven architecture
• Familiarity with advanced process nodes and modern semiconductor development flows

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave and flexible PTO
• Mental health and wellness support
• Annual learning and development stipend
• Daily meals in our offices and meal delivery credits
• Relocation support for eligible employees

About the Company

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products.