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CPU Emulation Engineer, Silicon

Google

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

$163,000 - $236,000 per year

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Job description

The CPU Emulation Engineer role at Google focuses on developing custom silicon solutions that enhance the performance of Google's direct-to-consumer products. The team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology, combining AI, software, and hardware to create innovative experiences. This position requires expertise in emulation platforms and RTL design, contributing to the next generation of hardware. The engineer will work collaboratively with design verification and silicon design teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 8 years of experience with industry-standard emulation or FPGA prototyping platforms.
  • Experience in RTL design using Verilog or SystemVerilog.
  • Experience writing scripts or developing automation workflows in Python, Perl, TCL, or Makefiles.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and drive advanced RTL partitioning, FPGA synthesis, and validation strategies for emulation platforms.
  • Define and execute comprehensive test suites and performance benchmarks for pre-silicon verification.
  • Guide advanced debugging methodologies to resolve complex functional failures in designs.
  • Lead initiatives to optimize model compile times and improve FPGA routing efficiency.
  • Architect custom automation workflows and collaborate with design and verification stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.

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