CPU Performance Modeling Engineer

Proficiency in one or more areas of CPU architecture: fetch, decode, branch prediction, renaming, execute units, SIMD, load/store, MMU, caches, retire, etc. Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology a plus Collaborate with CPU Performance Architecture and RTL team members to identify opportunities for product improvement Analyze workloads to identify performance bottlenecks and opportunities Perform self-guided performance simulation studies of design alternatives Write and maintain features and sections of the CPU architectural performance model Work with RTL and design team to assess implementation cost for new features Collaborate with performance team to maintain and improve the simulation environment for increased productivity MS degree in Computer Architecture with 3 -10+ years of practical experience Strong CPU architecture knowledge and micro-architecture knowledge Experience working in a performance modeling environment Proficient in C and C++ and scripting languages such as Perl or Python Ability to problem solve and prove your own ideas Knowledge and experience with common performance benchmarks and workloads Bachelor's degree in Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience. OR PhD in Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. 1+ year of work and/or academic CPU Architecture or related work experience. 1+ year work and/or academic experience with programming (e.g., C, C++, etc.).