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Silicon Physical Design Verification Manager

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Rivos

Rivos

201-500 employees

Develops custom RISC-V server solutions

Hardware
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Expert

Austin, TX, USA + 3 more

Category
Hardware Engineering
Hardware Validation & Testing
Required Skills
Python
Requirements
  • Deep understanding of the challenges associated with advanced process nodes (7nm and below).
  • More than 10 years experience in managing and driving full chip convergence for high end chip designs using advanced process nodes.
  • Hands-on experience with auditing rule decks and settings to drive convergence.
  • Hands-on experience in closure and tapeout of large hierarchical designs.
  • Experience with industry standard physical verification tools (Calibre, Pegasus)
  • Strong scripting skills in tcl and python
  • Ability and taste for solving complex problems, efficient written and verbal communication, excellent organization skills
  • Self starter and highly motivated
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with various teams and be productive under aggressive schedules
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Masters + 15 years experience.
Responsibilities
  • Develop PDV methodology and infrastructure to enable the verification flow of large SoCs across DRC, LVS, ESD.
  • Drive convergence across analysis types at full chip level and sub blocks.
  • Perform full chip integration and run the complete suite of physical verification checks
  • Provide guidance to the implementation teams throughout the project to enable early convergence and final closure
  • Interface with various internal and external design teams to ensure the high quality of their deliverables and successful integration
  • Work with the package and floorplan teams to define padring and bump map design
  • Collaborate with our technology team to define flows and integrate foundry PDK data
  • Manage a team of engineers to deliver PDV convergence to meet or exceed program milestones.

Rivos develops high-performance and power-efficient server solutions using RISC-V, an open-source hardware instruction set architecture. Their custom hardware is designed to meet the specific needs of enterprise clients, including data centers and cloud service providers, who require reliable systems for extensive data processing and storage. Rivos stands out from competitors by utilizing RISC-V technology, which allows for greater flexibility and customization compared to traditional proprietary solutions. The company's goal is to provide tailored, cost-effective server products and related services that enhance performance and integration within clients' IT infrastructures.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$250M

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rivos' recent funding round of over $250M provides substantial capital for R&D and market expansion.
  • The company's focus on RISC-V technology allows for cost-effective and highly customizable server solutions, appealing to enterprise clients with specific needs.
  • Rivos' entry into the AI and data analytics markets offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to undercut established players like Nvidia.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the server and AI chip markets is intense, with established giants like Nvidia posing significant challenges.
  • Rivos' reliance on the relatively new and evolving RISC-V architecture may present integration and adoption hurdles for potential clients.

What makes Rivos unique

  • Rivos leverages the open-source RISC-V architecture, offering flexibility and customization that proprietary solutions lack.
  • The company's focus on high-performance, power-efficient, and secure server solutions specifically tailored for enterprise clients sets it apart from more generalized competitors.
  • Rivos' significant funding, including over $250M raised, positions it to aggressively innovate and compete in the AI and data analytics markets.