AI & DSP Processor Simulators Team Lead

Description About the Business Unit: Ceva’s AI Division drives innovation in Machine Learning and Generative AI architectures for edge devices and cloud inference, with R&D spanning Neural Network Processors (NPU), Vision DSPs and advanced AI algorithms. Our technology powers smartphones, tablets, automotive, robotics, surveillance cameras and a wide range of edge AI and 5G systems. We combine cutting-edge hardware IP design with embedded software and system-level solutions, enabling the next generation of intelligent, energy-efficient devices. About the Role: In this role, you will lead a team of 3-5 engineers that is fully responsible to design, optimize and develop features in a top notch NPU/DSP simulator for the edge market. Simulators are used daily by our architecture, algorithms, system, VLSI and QA teams – and by Ceva customers running the most advanced AI networks on our processors. The development language is C/C++ (OOP) on Linux and Windows platforms. Responsibilities: Design and develop simulation software for Ceva’s NPU and DSP platforms within an agile, top-notch software organization. Perform in-depth analysis and optimization of simulator performance and accuracy across multiple Ceva processor architectures. Dive into a large existing codebase to debug and deliver clever solutions to complex software challenges. Interact and engage with architecture, algorithms, system, VLSI and QA teams, including remote design centers. Requirements • B.Sc./M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related technical field. • 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience. • 2+ years in managerial positions of SW teams. • Strong C/C++ programming and debugging skills, including OOP design of complex embedded software systems. • Comfortable diving into an existing codebase to make modifications; strong scripting skills. • Enthusiastic about ML, AI and Computer Vision, with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Independent, self-motivated and curious, with good communication skills and the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks. Advantages: • Experience in Python and in deploying AI/ML models. • Experience developing a simulator for hardware, or modelling internal mechanisms of ASIC platforms. • SystemC/TLM experience. • Experience developing in Linux environments.