System Architect
2 days ago
Sheffield
Principal / Director / VP – System Architect (GPU / SoC / Platform) – UK / Europe (Flexible / Hybrid) – £150,000 – £200,000 base + 30% bonus My client’s specialist architecture team is looking to add a Principal / Director / VP – System Architect to support the development of next-generation compute and graphics IP. This role is focused on strengthening system-level architecture capability — moving beyond individual IP blocks into how full platforms are defined, integrated, and delivered in real-world environments. You will operate at the intersection of GPU, CPU, memory, and interconnect — working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure architecture decisions align with both technical and commercial requirements. Principal / Director / VP – System Architect Role & Responsibilities: • Define and drive system-level architecture across GPU / CPU / SoC platforms, • Lead design considerations across:, • Memory hierarchy and bandwidth optimisation, • Interconnects (PCIe, CXL, NoC), • Multi-processor and chiplet-based systems, • Work closely with architecture, design, and product teams to align technical direction, • Translate customer requirements into scalable and commercially viable solutions, • Influence long-term roadmap and platform-level decision making, • Provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams globally, • Stay aligned with industry trends and emerging system architectures Principal / Fellow – Performance Modelling Essential Skills: • Strong experience in system-level / SoC architecture (beyond block-level design), • Deep understanding of:, • Memory systems, • Interconnects (PCIe, CXL, NoC), • Multi-core / multi-chip systems, • Experience across CPU, GPU, or high-performance compute environments, • Ability to translate complex technical requirements into practical system solutions, • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders, • Experience working across global teams and complex engineering environments What this isn't: • Not a pure RTL or block-level design role, • Not a verification or implementation-led position, • Not isolated architecture — this is about full platform ownership and integration Why This Role • Ownership of system-level architecture across next-generation platforms, • Direct influence on product direction and customer-facing solutions, • Opportunity to work across GPU, CPU, and broader compute ecosystems, • Senior environment with real technical and commercial impact Salary and Package: • £150,000 – £200,000 base salary (depending on level and experience), • 30% bonus, • Total compensation: £195,000 – £260,000+, • Flexible / hybrid working model, • Pension, • Private medical, • Life assurance, • Income protection, • Training and development My client can offer a 3-stage process consisting of a 1st stage Video Call , 2nd Stage Video Call and a 3rd Stage on-site Interview (meet the team and site tour). This process can be completed within 2-3 weeks (based on availability)