Confidential Computing Software Architect
About SiFive
The pioneers of RISC-V, SiFive is transforming the future of compute by enabling leading tech companies to innovate, optimize, and deliver advanced solutions across various markets. SiFive’s compute platforms are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, from artificial intelligence and machine learning to automotive, data centers, mobile devices, and consumer electronics. SiFive is dedicated to connecting with talented individuals who share our passion for driving innovation and making the world a better place.
Job Description
The Role: Are you ready to be part of the RISC-V revolution? SiFive, the world leader in RISC-V, is seeking an experienced confidential computing software architect. In this role, you'll help plan and implement software and firmware for confidential computing on RISC-V and SiFive platforms. You'll collaborate with CPU, SoC platform, security, and software architects and engineers to develop groundbreaking security features. You'll engage with customers and partners to shape the future of platform security on RISC-V, and work with RISC-V International and RISE to advance computer security.
What We Need to See
- Prior experience implementing system software for confidential compute workloads
- Familiarity with existing confidential compute approaches on Intel, AMD, and ARM platforms
- Familiarity with peripheral security and integrity standards, including PCI IDE and TDISP and DMTF SPDM
- Familiarity with hypervisors and virtualization issues, particularly in Linux
- Familiarity with trusted execution environments (TEEs)
- A strong software engineering background and proficiency in C
- Experience writing and reviewing hardware and software specifications
Ways to Stand Out
- Familiarity with the RISC-V architecture
- Familiarity with language-based approaches and formal verification approaches to improving system security (e.g., Rust, Ada SPARK, Frama-C)
- Familiarity with mobile device security considerations and solutions
- Familiarity with common cryptographic algorithms and systems
- Basic understanding of public key cryptography
- Familiarity with lightweight userspace sandboxing
- ISA extensions familiarity
- Familiarity with microarchitectural side-channel attacks and mitigations
- Experience working with CPU and RTL engineers and architects
- Experience working with standards groups
Pay & Benefits
Consistent with SiFive values and applicable law, we provide a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the base pay range is a guideline, and our compensation range reflects the cost of labor in the U.S. geographic market based on the location of the role. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience. For candidates who receive and offer, the starting salary will vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, such qualifications as, skill level, competencies, and work location.
In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for variable/incentive compensation and/or equity. This role is also eligible for a comprehensive, competitive benefits package which may include healthcare and retirement plans, paid time off, and more!
Additional Information
This position requires a successful background and reference checks, as well as satisfactory proof of your right to work in the United States of America. Any offer of employment for this position is also contingent on the Company verifying that you are authorized for access to export-controlled technology under applicable export control laws or, if you are not already authorized, our ability to successfully obtain any necessary export license(s) or other approvals.
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