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Technical architect roles in Oregon are concentrated in the Portland metro area, where employers like Intel, Nike, Salesforce, and a growing cluster of fintech and health tech firms regularly hire for senior technical roles. Nike's Beaverton campus and Intel's Hillsboro operations are among the state's most active sponsors for experienced technical architects.
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Invent the future with us.
Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.
As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.
Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team — we’d love to have you apply!
About the Role:
As a Sr. Principal I/O SoC Architect, you will strategically own and lead the I/O subsystem architecture for next-generation server-class SoCs—finalizing the next-generation Ampere I/O and interconnect architecture and guiding execution for one or more critical subsystems. As the technical authority for high-speed interfaces, with a focus on advanced Ethernet solutions, you will make incisive, data-driven decisions that align and optimize across interacting subsystems.
What You'll Achieve:
- Architect the overall I/O subsystem, defining the strategy for data movement, on-chip interconnects, and external interfaces for next-generation SoCs.
- Drive the architecture and integration of multi-gigabit Ethernet IP, prioritizing Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) functionality.
- Own the end-to-end solutions for the latest USB ecosystem, guiding IP selection and integration across USB 3.x/USB4.
- Evaluate and select third-party IP for high-speed protocols, performing detailed analysis and making data-driven recommendations.
- Collaborate closely with SoC architects, verification, physical design, and software teams to ensure the IO subsystem integrates successfully and meets system-level goals.
- Author and maintain detailed architecture specifications and documentation.
- Mentor junior engineers and serve as the go-to expert for high-speed IO protocols across the company.
About you:
- 8+ years of proven SoC design or architecture experience, with a significant focus on I/O subsystems.
- Deep, hands-on experience architecting and integrating Ethernet IP, with proven expertise in Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) standards (e.g. IEEE 1588 and 802.1AS) and applications.
- Strong track record delivering designs using the USB protocol stack across USB3.x and USB4, addressing complex high-speed interoperability and integration issues.
- Solid understanding for I/O SoC architecture fundamentals, including on-chip interconnects (e.g., AXI/CHI), DMA engines, and memory subsystems.
- Experience across the full IP lifecycle, from selection and integration to silicon validation and debug.
- Additional skills highly desired: PCIe (Gen4/5/6); MIPI (C-PHY/D-PHY), DisplayPort; High-speed Memory Interfaces (LPDDR4/5, DDR4/5); SerDes PHY Integration; SI/PI.
Education:
BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science & 12 years of related experience, MS degree & 8 years, or PhD & 5 years.
What we’ll offer:
At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, cash long-term incentive, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $225,500 and $338,500, except in the San Francisco Bay Area where the range is between $237,000 and $356,000.
Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life.
Benefits highlights include:
- Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401K retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.
- Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work-life balance.
- A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.
And there are much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process.
LI-GW1
LI-Hybrid
Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Description
Invent the future with us.
Ampere is a semiconductor design company for a new era, leading the future of computing with an innovative approach to CPU design focused on high-performance, energy efficient AI compute.
As a pioneer in the new frontier of energy efficient high-performance computing, Ampere is part of the Softbank Group of companies driving sustainable computing for AI, Cloud, and edge applications.
Join us at Ampere and work alongside a passionate and growing team — we’d love to have you apply!
About the Role:
As a Sr. Principal I/O SoC Architect, you will strategically own and lead the I/O subsystem architecture for next-generation server-class SoCs—finalizing the next-generation Ampere I/O and interconnect architecture and guiding execution for one or more critical subsystems. As the technical authority for high-speed interfaces, with a focus on advanced Ethernet solutions, you will make incisive, data-driven decisions that align and optimize across interacting subsystems.
What You'll Achieve:
- Architect the overall I/O subsystem, defining the strategy for data movement, on-chip interconnects, and external interfaces for next-generation SoCs.
- Drive the architecture and integration of multi-gigabit Ethernet IP, prioritizing Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) functionality.
- Own the end-to-end solutions for the latest USB ecosystem, guiding IP selection and integration across USB 3.x/USB4.
- Evaluate and select third-party IP for high-speed protocols, performing detailed analysis and making data-driven recommendations.
- Collaborate closely with SoC architects, verification, physical design, and software teams to ensure the IO subsystem integrates successfully and meets system-level goals.
- Author and maintain detailed architecture specifications and documentation.
- Mentor junior engineers and serve as the go-to expert for high-speed IO protocols across the company.
About you:
- 8+ years of proven SoC design or architecture experience, with a significant focus on I/O subsystems.
- Deep, hands-on experience architecting and integrating Ethernet IP, with proven expertise in Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) standards (e.g. IEEE 1588 and 802.1AS) and applications.
- Strong track record delivering designs using the USB protocol stack across USB3.x and USB4, addressing complex high-speed interoperability and integration issues.
- Solid understanding for I/O SoC architecture fundamentals, including on-chip interconnects (e.g., AXI/CHI), DMA engines, and memory subsystems.
- Experience across the full IP lifecycle, from selection and integration to silicon validation and debug.
- Additional skills highly desired: PCIe (Gen4/5/6); MIPI (C-PHY/D-PHY), DisplayPort; High-speed Memory Interfaces (LPDDR4/5, DDR4/5); SerDes PHY Integration; SI/PI.
Education:
BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science & 12 years of related experience, MS degree & 8 years, or PhD & 5 years.
What we’ll offer:
At Ampere we believe in taking care of our employees and providing a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, cash long-term incentive, and comprehensive benefits. The full base pay range for this role is between $225,500 and $338,500, except in the San Francisco Bay Area where the range is between $237,000 and $356,000.
Our benefits include health, wellness, and financial programs that support employees through every stage of life.
Benefits highlights include:
- Premium medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, as well as income protection and a 401K retirement plan, so that you can feel secure in your health and financial future.
- Unlimited Flextime and 10+ paid holidays so that you can embrace a healthy work-life balance.
- A variety of healthy snacks, energizing espresso, and refreshing drinks to keep you fueled and focused throughout the day.
And there are much more than compensation and benefits. At Ampere, we foster an inclusive culture that empowers our employees to do more and grow more. We are excited to share more about our career opportunities with you through the interview process.
LI-GW1
LI-Hybrid
Ampere is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, age, veteran and/or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
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Which companies in Oregon sponsor visas for technical architects?
Intel, Nike, Salesforce, and Daimler Trucks North America are among the larger Oregon employers with established visa sponsorship programs for technical and senior engineering roles. Portland's health tech sector, including companies like Cambia Health Solutions, also hires technical architects. Sponsorship availability varies by role, team, and hiring cycle, so confirming directly with each employer is always necessary.
Which visa types are most common for technical architect roles in Oregon?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa category for technical architects in Oregon, given the role's specialty occupation requirements and degree-specific nature. Employers with multinational operations, such as Intel or Daimler, sometimes use the L-1A or L-1B for internal transfers. Australian citizens may qualify for the E-3 visa, which has no annual lottery and is often faster to obtain than the H-1B visa.
Which cities in Oregon have the most technical architect visa sponsorship jobs?
Portland accounts for the vast majority of technical architect sponsorship activity in Oregon. The surrounding metro, including Beaverton and Hillsboro, adds significantly to that count through Intel's large campus presence. Eugene has a smaller but active tech hiring market tied to the University of Oregon's technology programs. Outside the Portland metro, sponsorship opportunities for technical architects are limited.
How to find technical architect visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to find technical architect roles in Oregon without sorting through positions that don't sponsor. You can filter by state and role type to surface relevant openings from Oregon employers who have an active history of sponsoring technical professionals. Creating a profile on Migrate Mate also helps match you with roles suited to your visa situation.
Are there state-specific considerations for technical architects seeking sponsorship in Oregon?
Oregon does not impose additional state-level visa requirements, but technical architects should be aware that DOL prevailing wage determinations apply based on the specific work location, so Hillsboro and Portland roles may fall into different wage tiers. Oregon's concentration of semiconductor and enterprise software employers means H-1B demand is high in the region, particularly during the April filing season. University of Oregon and Oregon State University also generate talent pipelines that some local employers draw from for junior-to-mid technical roles.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored technical architect jobs in Oregon?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.