Principal / Director / VP – System Architect (GPU / SoC / Platform)

Principal / Director / VP – System Architect (GPU / SoC / Platform) – UK / Europe (Flexible / Hybrid) – £150,000 – £200,000 base + 30% bonus

My client’s specialist architecture team is looking to add a Principal / Director / VP – System Architect to support the development of next-generation compute and graphics IP.

This role is focused on strengthening system-level architecture capability — moving beyond individual IP blocks into how full platforms are defined, integrated, and delivered in real-world environments.

You will operate at the intersection of GPU, CPU, memory, and interconnect — working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure architecture decisions align with both technical and commercial requirements.

Principal / Director / VP – System Architect Role & Responsibilities:

• Define and drive system-level architecture across GPU / CPU / SoC platforms
• Lead design considerations across:
  • Memory hierarchy and bandwidth optimisation
  • Interconnects (PCIe, CXL, NoC)
  • Multi-processor and chiplet-based systems
• Work closely with architecture, design, and product teams to align technical direction
• Translate customer requirements into scalable and commercially viable solutions
• Influence long-term roadmap and platform-level decision making
• Provide technical leadership across cross-functional teams globally
• Stay aligned with industry trends and emerging system architectures

Principal / Fellow – Performance Modelling Essential Skills:

• Strong experience in system-level / SoC architecture (beyond block-level design)
• Deep understanding of:
  • Memory systems
  • Interconnects (PCIe, CXL, NoC)
  • Multi-core / multi-chip systems
• Experience across CPU, GPU, or high-performance compute environments
• Ability to translate complex technical requirements into practical system solutions
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience working across global teams and complex engineering environments

What this isn’t: 

• Not a pure RTL or block-level design role
• Not a verification or implementation-led position
• Not isolated architecture — this is about full platform ownership and integration

Why This Role

• Ownership of system-level architecture across next-generation platforms
• Direct influence on product direction and customer-facing solutions
• Opportunity to work across GPU, CPU, and broader compute ecosystems
• Senior environment with real technical and commercial impact

Salary and Package:

• £150,000 – £200,000 base salary (depending on level and experience)
• 30% bonus
• Total compensation: £195,000 – £260,000+
• Flexible / hybrid working model
• Pension
• Private medical
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Training and development

My client can offer a 3-stage process consisting of a 1^st stage Video Call , 2^nd Stage Video Call and a 3rd Stage on-site Interview (meet the team and site tour). This process can be completed within 2-3 weeks (based on availability)