Compute System Architecture

Compute System Architecture About imec Qatar Imec Qatar is a new regional office where we drive our mission of pioneering innovative semiconductor solutions that lay the foundation for a smarter, greener, and truly AI-driven future. Specializing in advanced design tools for emerging technologies like silicon photonics and 3D integrated circuits, imec Qatar is at the forefront of chip development. And we're driving the future with intelligent solutions to  optimize infrastructure, and deep-tech innovations targeting applications for a sustainable society. This is more than just a new office - it's the start of an exciting journey. With the launch of imec Qatar, you have the unique opportunity to join us from day one and help shape the future of semiconductor innovation in the region. Be part of the team from the very beginning! What you will do We have multiple exciting opportunities, such as R&D Manager, Senior Architect, Principal Computer Architect, Senior FPGA Engineer & System Prototyping Lead. These positions involve leading and contributing to the development of RISC-V based reference architectures for next-generation HPC and Mobile SoC applications. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on pioneering AI techniques, to design and optimize microarchitectures, and establishing FPGA prototyping and system validation laboratories. You will be part of imec, and that means… You will join a world-class research center in nanotechnology at our brand-new office in Doha (Qatar). You will participate in building a team that shapes technology that will determine the society of tomorrow. Imec is an inclusive employer with an open, multicultural, and informal working environment. We provide ample room for initiative and professional development. Who you are We are looking for individuals with a strong background in computer science, electrical engineering, or related STEM fields. Ideal candidates will have experience in R&D, AI/ML applications, compute microarchitecture design, FPGA design, and system prototyping. For the management position, proven track record of leading technical teams and delivering complex research programs is required. Excellent communication skills in English and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams are essential. IMEC and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. IMEC will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (hereafter “Agency”) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge. IMEC will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have a prior written agreement with IMEC, validated by its HR department, in place regarding a specific job opening and allowing to submit resumes