Software Manager (NB - System Performance & Power Management)

Keywords: Notebook, Embedded System, SoC, PPM (Processor Power Management), WoA A global leading IC Design house is seeking a Software Manager to join their Hsinchu-based team, offering you the chance to make a significant impact on next-generation SoC and system-level performance and power optimisation.

What you'll do:

• Guide a talented team in performing comprehensive SoC- and system-level performance and power analysis as well as optimisation throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, software, and architecture teams to drive initiatives that enhance both performance and power efficiency across multiple projects.
• Mentor team members by providing technical guidance, nurturing their growth, and assisting them in overcoming complex engineering challenges.
• Conduct detailed profiling, measurement, and optimisation of performance and power metrics to ensure products meet stringent design goals at every stage of development.
• Develop, implement, and deploy advanced methodologies, tools, and frameworks that support robust power and performance analysis for current and future products.
• Identify critical system bottlenecks using analytical approaches, resolving issues efficiently while promoting adoption of new technologies such as DVFS, low-power design techniques, and resource management strategies.
• Optimise Windows Processor Power Management (PPM) settings specifically for Windows on ARM platforms to achieve superior performance-power tradeoffs.
• Tune Windows Power Management configurations across various use cases to maximise overall system efficiency without compromising user experience.
• Provide clear technical communication and customer support regarding system power-related topics, ensuring stakeholders are informed and satisfied with solutions.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields is required for this position.
• At least 10 years of hands-on experience in SoC/system performance and power optimisation is essential along with 3+ years in management or technical leadership roles.
• Proven track record in CPU/GPU/SoC product development is highly preferred for candidates seeking this opportunity.
• Comprehensive understanding of SoC architecture including ARM/x86 platforms as well as operating systems such as Android, Linux, or Windows is necessary.
• Proficiency with industry-standard performance and power analysis tools like perf, trace utilities, power profilers, or power modelling software is expected.
• Demonstrated experience implementing DVFS strategies, low-power design principles, and effective system resource management techniques is vital.
• Exceptional analytical skills enabling you to identify system bottlenecks accurately while proposing practical optimisation solutions are required.
• Familiarity with Windows on ARM (WoA) platform combined with experience tuning Windows PPM settings would be advantageous for this role.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows Power Management architecture including policies, states, driver interactions, and OS frameworks is considered a plus.
• Experience developing or tuning Windows power management drivers (such as ACPI or PEP) along with expertise in configuring power policies for optimal profiles is desirable.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as one of the world’s foremost IC design houses renowned for its commitment to technological advancement and employee wellbeing. With a focus on fostering an inclusive workplace culture built around collaboration and mutual respect, employees enjoy access to flexible working opportunities that accommodate individual needs. The company invests heavily in professional development through structured training programmes designed to keep staff at the forefront of industry trends. Team members benefit from supportive leadership that encourages knowledge sharing while recognising individual achievements within communal success stories. The dependable environment here ensures everyone feels valued regardless of background or experience level—making it an ideal setting for those who wish to grow their careers alongside some of the most knowledgeable minds in the field.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey by joining a globally respected IC design leader committed to innovation and teamwork—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; seize the opportunity to become part of an inspiring team dedicated to shaping tomorrow’s technology.