Saurabh Singh
About Saurabh Singh
Saurabh Singh is a Member of Technical Staff at Cerebras Systems with extensive experience in hardware engineering and processor design. He has previously worked at AMD, Apple, and Barefoot Networks, contributing to the development of high-performance processors and demonstrating expertise in various design tools.
Current Role at Cerebras Systems
Saurabh Singh holds the position of Member of Technical Staff at Cerebras Systems, where he has been employed since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the development of advanced hardware solutions, leveraging his extensive experience in processor design and engineering. His work involves integrating knowledge across various domains, including architecture and physical design, to optimize processor performance.
Previous Experience at AMD and Apple
Prior to his current role, Saurabh Singh worked at AMD as a Design Engineer from 2005 to 2012, where he contributed to the development of high-performance processors like Athlon/Opteron and Bulldozer/Piledriver. He also worked at Apple as a Design Engineer for one year in 2013-2014, focusing on design projects in Cupertino, California. His experience at these leading technology companies has equipped him with a comprehensive skill set in processor design.
Education and Academic Background
Saurabh Singh has a solid educational foundation, having earned a Bachelor of Technology degree from Uttar Pradesh Technical University from 2000 to 2004. He also studied at several institutions, including St. Joseph's College in Allahabad and the University of Southern California, where he expanded his knowledge in engineering and technology. His diverse academic background supports his expertise in hardware engineering.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Saurabh Singh possesses a comprehensive skill set that includes early feasibility studies, floorplanning, synthesis, place and route (PnR), noise analysis, and dynamic and static power reduction. He demonstrates proficiency in using industry-standard tools such as Synopsys DCT, ICC, Primetime, Cadence Virtuoso, HSPICE, and LEC for physical design. His ability to integrate knowledge across various design domains enhances his effectiveness in optimizing processor design.
Contributions to Processor Development
Throughout his career, Saurabh Singh has contributed to the development of high-performance processors at advanced process nodes, including 28nm, 32nm, 45nm, and 65nm. His work has involved optimizing tradeoffs in processor design, demonstrating his capability to integrate knowledge across architecture, front-end, circuit, and physical design. This experience underscores his role in advancing processor technology.