Senior Principal CPU Architect | MRL Consulting

CompetitiveUnited KingdomSemiconductor PermanentSenior Principal CPU ArchitectWe are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading global technology and R&D organisation, for a Senior Principal CPU Architect to lead the definition and development of next-generation high-performance CPU architectures.This is a highly strategic technical role focused on CPU architecture, ISA development and hardware/software co-design for emerging workloads including Generative AI, LLMs, graph analytics and confidential computing.Key ResponsibilitiesLead architecture and pathfinding for next-generation CPU microarchitectures.Define and evolve ISA extensions and innovative compute capabilities.Analyse emerging workloads and translate performance requirements into architectural solutions.Drive hardware/software co-design with compiler, OS and application teams.Oversee cycle-accurate architectural modelling using C++, Python and simulation frameworks.Influence technical roadmaps, standards and future CPU architecture strategies.About YouMS or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.12+ years' industry experience in CPU architecture and pathfinding.Proven expertise in high-performance CPU development, including OoO execution, branch prediction, speculative execution, cache hierarchies and coherency.Strong understanding of ISA design, memory consistency, exceptions and virtualisation.Experience with workload profiling and performance tools such as VTune and Perf.Strong hands-on experience developing cycle-accurate simulators using C/C++ and Python, such as gem5.Experience delivering multiple high-performance CPU silicon designs is highly desirable.Knowledge of LLVM/GCC, RISC-V or advanced packaging technologies would be advantageous.This is an excellent opportunity for a senior CPU architect to shape future-generation processor technology, with significant technical influence across architecture, software and silicon development.