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Job Description
Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer with a focus on CPUs
This role involves characterizing, debugging, and optimizing the performance and power consumption of CPUs in a complex So C system. **Key Responsibilities:** * Define and execute end-to-end performance and power analysis plans for complex CPU subsystems * Debug issues found during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases of So C programs * Develop deep knowledge of CPU architecture, So C system architecture, system benchmarking techniques, and power reduction and optimization methods * Drive technical innovation to enhance capabilities in CPU performance, system performance and power validation * Collaborate with cross-functional groups to determine product execution path * Work closely with supporting teams in design, architecture, emulation, firmware, design verification and software **Requirements:** * Bachelor or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering * 5 to 10+ years of practical experience in post silicon performance and power analysis of So Cs * Strong programming/scripting skills (C/C++, Python scripts) * Strong analytical skills for test plan creation and debug * Strong communication and collaboration skills * Proven understanding of CPU, memory hierarchy, system interconnects * Knowledge and experience in ARM v8 and v9 specifications * Solid grasp of ARM So C concepts and architecture specifications like SMMU, GIC, Coresight-PMU and Timer architectures **Work Environment:** * Cork has a proud reputation as Ireland's second largest economic engine * Growing diversity in the region with people from many nationalities relocating to Cork * Excellent quality of life * Gateway to Europe, Cork airport provides access to almost 50 international destinations