> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4608146-core-performance-architect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4608146-core-performance-architect). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Core Performance Architect

- **Company:** Sifive Inc.
- **Location:** Berkeley, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $178,848.0 - $218,592.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Microarchitecture, Software Debugging, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Machine Learning, Reduced Instruction Set Computing, Computer Network Operations, Backend, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/core-performance-architect-berkeley-ca--edf92e31-9216-439c-a38d-6b25dd8dd206

## About the Role

Machine Learning, Computer Systems, RISC Processors, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Network Operations Center, Market Segmentation, Technical Leadership, Research & Development (R&D), Performance Engineering, Team Player, * MS in Computer Science / Computer Architecture

 * 3+ years of experience in high performance processor development
 * 3+ years involved in the engineering team to deliver HW or SW products.
 * Hands-on expertise with either HW development (RTL/implementation flows, verification/validation, backend flows, FPGA flows); FPGA debug, including the use of Integrated Logic Analyzer for waveform capture and debug
 * Knowledge in analyzing performance bottlenecks in micro-architecture and software stack. Awareness of potential security holes is a plus.
 * Good foundation in computer architecture of high performance out-of-order CPU designs. Awareness of known industry micro-architectures is a plus.
 * Good foundation in workload characterization to identify HW/SW performance bottlenecks
 * Good foundation in workload reduction techniques for efficient performance simulation and projection

## Description

Successful candidate will work with the architecture and design team to research and develop next generation high performance processors., * Work along with a team of performance engineers to research, model and develop architecture / micro-architecture ideas to build state-of-the-art performance processors that reach our aggressive performance targets.

 * Design and carry out experiments to research and develop architecture / micro-architecture features
 * Work with the design team to implement and deliver performance target in RTL, This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in

United States of America

Any offer of employment for this position is also contingent on the Company verifying that you are a authorized for access to export-controlled technology under applicable export control laws or, if you are not already authorized, our ability to successfully obtain any necessary export license(s) or other approvals.

SiFive is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

As an E-Verify employer, we use this system to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires in accordance with federal law. All applicants will be required to complete a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, upon hire. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job candidates and will comply with all E-Verify regulations.