Job Description:
As part of the power methodology team, the Emulation-Based Power Analysis and Methodology Engineer will be responsible for developing and driving emulation-based power analysis strategies using RLE (Register-Level Emulation) and GLE (Gate-Level Emulation) techniques. This role focuses on building accurate, scalable flows that integrate power estimation with functional emulation to provide actionable insights on real-use power behavior across complex SoCs and IPs.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain power analysis methodologies demonstrating RLE and GLE platforms.
- Collaborate with design and emulation teams to define use cases and collect realistic activity traces.
- Automate power estimation workflows using SAIF/VCD generation from emulation runs.
- Analyze multifaceted power consumption patterns under real-world workloads and use models.
- Correlate emulation-based power data with RTL and gate-level power results to validate accuracy.
- Build dashboards or scripts to visualize power hotspots and behavioral anomalies.
- Work closely with architecture, DV, and software teams to align on performance and power validation goals.
- Support deployment of the flow across global teams and train design teams on standard methodologies.
Required Skills and Experience :
- proven experience in power analysis and emulation methodologies for ASIC or SoC design.
- Hands-on experience with RLE and/or GLE platforms (e.g., Synopsys ZeBu, Cadence Palladium, Mentor Veloce).
- Solid understanding of power estimation concepts, including multifaceted, static, and leakage power.
- Experience in working with switching activity data (SAIF, VCD, FSDB).
- Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Perl, TCL, Bash).
- Familiarity with power analysis tools like Synopsys PrimePower, PowerArtist, or Voltus.
- Good knowledge of RTL/gate-level design, SoC architecture, and power-aware design techniques.
“Nice To Have” Skills and Experience :
- Experience in correlating power between emulation, RTL, and silicon data.
- Exposure to activity compression techniques and cycle-accurate modeling.
- Familiarity with UPF/CPF-based power intent specification.
- Prior experience with low-power design flows in mobile, automotive, or AI/ML SoCs.
- Contribution to internal methodologies or EDA tool evaluations in emulation environments.
In Return:
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Accommodations at Arm
At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email accommodations@arm.com. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.
Equal Opportunities at Arm
Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Hybrid Working at Arm
Arm’s hybrid approach to working is centred around flexibility, where we split our time between the office and other locations to get our work done. Within that framework, we empower groups and teams to determine their own particular hybrid working pattern, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.
Accommodations at Arm
At Arm, we want to build extraordinary teams. If you need an adjustment or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please email accommodations@arm.com. To note, by sending us the requested information, you consent to its use by Arm to arrange for appropriate accommodations. All accommodation or adjustment requests will be treated with confidentiality, and information concerning these requests will only be disclosed as necessary to provide the accommodation. Although this is not an exhaustive list, examples of support include breaks between interviews, having documents read aloud, or office accessibility. Please email us about anything we can do to accommodate you during the recruitment process.
Hybrid Working at Arm
Arm’s approach to hybrid working is designed to create a working environment that supports both high performance and personal wellbeing. We believe in bringing people together face to face to enable us to work at pace, whilst recognizing the value of flexibility. Within that framework, we empower groups/teams to determine their own hybrid working patterns, depending on the work and the team’s needs. Details of what this means for each role will be shared upon application. In some cases, the flexibility we can offer is limited by local legal, regulatory, tax, or other considerations, and where this is the case, we will collaborate with you to find the best solution. Please talk to us to find out more about what this could look like for you.
Equal Opportunities at Arm
Arm is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and colleagues. We are a diverse organization of dedicated and innovative individuals, and don’t discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.