SOC Architect
MatX
<p><strong>What MatX Is Building</strong></p> <p>MatX designs hardware tailored for the world’s best AI models. Our hardware will make a given level of intelligence available 3-5 years sooner. We are developing vertically integrated full-stack solutions from silicon to systems including hardware and software to train and run the world’s largest models.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are seeking an experienced System-on-Chip (SoC) Architect to lead the design of our next-generation AI-focused, server-class silicon.</p> <p><strong>What You'll Do Here</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead SoC architecture by translating Product Requirements Documents (PRDs) into SoC-level architectures in collaboration with subsystem architects and cross-functional teams</li> <li>Define SoC architecture including memory, systems, interconnects, clocking, power, IP requirements, and system integration</li> <li>Define system flows for power-up, boot, and recovery</li> <li>Own PPA feasibility and drive power, performance, and area trade-offs with implementation teams</li> <li>Own architectural specifications and documentation from definition through productization</li> </ul> <p><strong>Who You Are</strong></p> <ul> <li>Industry experience in complex SoC architectures</li> <li>Knowledge of memory systems and interconnect fabrics, including industry standards</li> <li>Ability to define functional and PPA requirements from use cases</li> <li>Sound architectural judgment in driving trade-off decisions</li> <li>Excellent technical communication, documentation, and organizational skills</li> <li>Experience collaborating across hardware, software, and third-party IP teams</li> <li>Programming/scripting skills (verilog, bash, C/C++, python etc)</li> <li>This is a hybrid role that will require you to work from our Mountain View, CA office 3 days a week on Tuesday through Thursday</li> </ul> <p><strong>Compensation</strong></p> <p>The US base salary for this full-time position is determined based on a variety of factors including role, experience, location, job related skills, and relevant education and training. Career length is only a guideline for compensation.</p> <ul> <li>Early Career - $120,000 - $275,000 + equity</li> <li>Mid Career - $175,000 - $450,000 + equity</li> <li>Senior Career - $275,000 - $600,000 + equity</li> </ul> <p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>A Stake in our success&nbsp;</strong>A flexible cash equity compensation mix that fits your needs</li> <li><strong>Health &amp; Wellness </strong>Company subsidized Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance; Pre-tax Health Savings Accounts with generous company contribution (even if you don’t)</li> <li><strong>Time To Recharge </strong>4 weeks paid time off (accrued), 12 company holidays, and 3 weeks remote/flexible work per year</li> <li><strong>Support to Parents</strong>&nbsp;Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of your path to parenthood</li> <li><strong>Learning &amp; Development&nbsp;</strong>$1,500 yearly towards your professional development e.g. conferences, courses, and other learning opportunities</li> <li><strong>Team Connection</strong> Team Lunches, quarterly off-sites, and regular town halls</li> <li><strong>Financial Wellbeing </strong>401K and/or Roth IRA, with 5% company contribution, even if you don’t!</li> <li><strong>Flexible Spending Accounts</strong>&nbsp;Pre-tax spend