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# Software Engineer - Platform Technologies

- **Company:** Sifive Inc.
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Computer Programming, Databases, Linux, Formal Verification, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, CPU Design, Quick EMUlator (QEMU), Software Tools, Reduced Instruction Set Computing, Software Engineering, System Programming, Computer Network Operations, Information Technology, Build Tools
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/software-engineer-platform-technologies-austin-tx--c5ea0158-f8ee-4a69-919c-fccb79672e9c

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Computer Systems, RISC Processors, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Network Operations Center, Market Segmentation, Technical Leadership, Test Tools, Simulation, * Systems programming experience.

 * Fluency in C++ and Python.
 * Fluency with standard Linux-based development environments and tools.
 * Experience with build tools and languages, including make and cmake.
 * Test and verification methodologies for software tools.

Desired:

 * Above-average knowledge of processor microarchitecture.
 * Detailed profiling experience.
 * Experience with simulation and emulation tools, especially development of them (e.g. QEMU, etc).

## Description

Join SiFive's tools team to develop and maintain the core tools and flows required for microprocessor design. Work on simulation and build tools to validate microprocessor designs, as well as the infrastructure around those flows. An ideal candidate will have systems-level programming experience; have built complex systems with multiple tools communicating through multiple means such as files, pipes, shared memory, databases, and REST calls; and have a strong desire to produce correct and tested tools.