The role of a Foundry Architect will lead design and architectural planning for the migration of applications and tableau workbooks into Vantage. The candidate will create high level technical designs and architectural diagrams. The candidate will lead technical discussions, make critical technical decisions, and mentor developers. The candidate will translate business needs to technical solutions in Vantage; often with level of effort estimates and multiple solution options for client to choose from. The candidate will meet with stakeholders to collect and manage requirements; as well as ensuring architectural design align with business goals.
 

Requirements

• Active Secret Clearance, or ability to obtain one
• MA/MS and 10+yrs experience or BA/BS w/12+yrs experience
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and customers
• Process Development and Integration: Ability to develop, debug, and integrate new processes into the foundry’s manufacturing flow
• Technical Documentation: Strong ability to document processes clearly and comprehensively, including creating and maintaining process manuals and technical reports
• Vantage Platform Proficiency: Deep understanding of TSMC’s Vantage platform, including its tools, services, and design flows
• IP Integration: Experience in integrating third-party intellectual property (IP) cores into customer designs using the Vantage platform
• Ecosystem Knowledge: Familiarity with the ecosystem surrounding the Vantage platform, including design tools, IP providers, and system houses
• Cloud-based Design and Verification: Proficiency in cloud-based design and verification tools, given the Vantage platform’s emphasis on cloud-based services
• Security Knowledge: Understanding of security considerations in semiconductor design, especially as they apply to cloud-based platforms like Vantage
• Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with agile and DevOps practices, as these are often used in cloud-based development environments. Experience drafting user stories and acceptance criteria to enable development to begin.
• Data Analytics: Skills in data analytics to leverage the wealth of data generated by the Vantage platform for process improvements and yield optimization
• Virtual Prototyping: Experience with virtual prototyping tools to facilitate early software development and system validation
• High-Performance Computing (HPC): Understanding of HPC systems, as they’re crucial for handling the large datasets involved in semiconductor design and simulation
• API Development: Proficiency in developing APIs to facilitate communication between different software tools and systems

About Us
For more than 20 years, NewGen Technologies has solved our clients’ toughest IT challenges with integrity, security, and outstanding service by delivering both technology and talent. We have helped secure borders, have used artificial intelligence (AI) to fight terror, aided the identification of criminals, and have helped to prevent crime through the introduction of biometrics. Our team of Highly Cleared Specialists have hard-to-find skills and expertise in a wide spectrum of technologies to provide solutions that transform business processes and solve problems of national significance. #CJ