Muhammad siddiqi
Hardware Design Architect And Sr. Hardware Design Manger
Milpitas,US
Summary
Professional with focus on system architecture, bringing wealth of experience in designing and optimizing complex systems. Known for collaborative approach and delivering results that align with organizational goals. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in system integration, project management, and problem-solving.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
System Architect
AI Startup
03.2024 - Current
- Architected a generative AI server combining a custom inference ASIC and an x86 CPU for high-performance inference workloads
- Defined system-level requirements, feasibility analysis, and trade-offs for platform features, mechanical constraints, thermal and power budgets, and interface protocols.
- Lead the design and review of high-speed multi-layer PCB schematics and layouts.
- Lead the innovation in signal integrity, power integrity, and high-speed design methodologies, ensuring designs meet performance and compliance targets.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, maintainable, high-performance system.
- Developed technical documentation that enabled efficient knowledge transfer among team members and stakeholders alike.
Architect and Senior Manager
Motional
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Architected Gen.3 High Performance Compute for Autonomous Driving featuring GPUs, muti-core ARM CPU, LPDDR5 and a sensor suite.
- Attended team meetings to resolve technical and project issues and review project schedules.
- Communicated with vendors and contractors to incorporate input into project designs.
- Led the team of senior engineers to implement the design.
- Collaborated globally to align design efforts, exchange technical knowledge, and resolve complex engineering challenges.
Architect and Manager H/W Design
Vexata, Inc
02.2014 - 01.2019
- Architected a 6RU, multi-terabyte Flash storage appliance from concept to high yield production.
- Architecture featured x86 CPU SBC, high-density FPGA, MIPS CPU, forced air cooling with redundant power backup.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure robust design and seamless integration of features.
- Coordinated to deliver changes, enhancements and modifications in hardware.
Hardware Design Engineer / Manager H/W Design
Brocade Communications
04.2001 - 02.2014
- Designed and developed hardware systems including schematics, PCB layouts, and system-level architecture for embedded platforms featuring Brocade Fibre-Channel ASICs, DDR, Ethernet and PCIe interfaces.
- Component selection based on performance, cost, power, and availability for new product development.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (e.g., software, mechanical, SI and manufacturing) to ensure cohesive product integration and functionality.
- Coded FPGAs/CPLD for board management and control.
- Developed and validated prototypes, performing bring-up, debugging, and functional testing of hardware designs.
- Executed EDVT, MDVT, and EMI certification for hardware/system to ensure functional, mechanical, and regulatory compliance
Education
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
20 Years of Hardware Design/Architecture
X86/ARM/GPU
SI/PI
Overseas ODM/OEM
Ethernet, PCIE, etc
Cross-functional Collaboration
Timeline
System Architect
AI Startup
03.2024 - Current
Architect and Senior Manager
Motional
03.2021 - 03.2024
Architect and Manager H/W Design
Vexata, Inc
02.2014 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Electrical Engineering
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
05.2001 -
Hardware Design Engineer / Manager H/W Design
Brocade Communications
04.2001 - 02.2014