[Remote] RISC-V CPU Microarchitecture / RTL

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Tenstorrent develops high-performance RISC-V CPUs and AI computing technologies. The RISC-V CPU RTL Owner will develop next-generation CPU units by defining microarchitecture specifications, designing RTL, supporting verification and PPA closure, using AI-assisted design tools, and potentially mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• RISC-V CPU Unit Microarchitecture Specification: Define and develop microarchitecture specifications for the assigned unit (branch predictor, rename, instruction scheduling, vector execution, load/store, vector load/store support). The specification includes not only design, but also comprehensive analysis / strategy for verification and PPA (power, performance, area) closure
• RISC-V CPU Core Unit RTL Design: The candidate will be responsible for the quality of RTL including design verification and PPA closure. This includes writing RTL, reviewing / refining unit verification environment, applying right RTL optimization to control PPA
• AI Assisted Design Adaption: To maximize the team’s output, the candidate actively uses AI tools to accelerate the CPU design process
• Mentoring Junior Engineers: depending on a seniority of the engineer, the engineer may mentor junior members in the team

Skills

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Proven track record of designing high-performance CPU RTL for x86, Arm, POWER, SPARC, or RISC-V
• Deep understanding of design verification strategy and trade-offs for verification methodology (simulation, formal, various checkers, etc…)
• Deep understanding of CPU microarchitecture and PPA trade-off
• Proficiency in hardware description languages (HDLs) such as Verilog, SystemVerilog or VHDL
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and across multiple disciplines
• This role is Remote, based out of The United States or Spain
• Basic understanding of RISC-V Architecture including V-extension is preferred

Benefits

• This role is Remote, based out of The United States or Spain.

Company Overview

Tenstorrent develops AI hardware and software solutions for data processing and machine learning application. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://tenstorrent.com.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Tenstorrent has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 26 in 2026, 44 in 2025, 42 in 2024, 17 in 2023, 18 in 2022, 28 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.