Chief AI System Software & Hardware Co-design Architect

We are hiring on behalf of a leading global technology company at the forefront of semiconductors, AI, and next-generation operating systems. They are pioneering cutting‑edge innovations in computing and are seeking exceptional talent to join their team.

About this Role

As the Chief AI System Software & Hardware Co-design Architect, you will be at the helm of pioneering the AI system into a new era. Your role involves:

• Shaping the Future of AI: Take charge of advancing the technical edge of the AI processors. You will delve into the core technologies driving NPU chips, setting the direction for ground‑breaking innovations.
• Strategizing for Global Impact: Craft and steer comprehensive evolution strategies and roadmaps. Your vision will chart the course for company's dominance in the AI system domain.
• Integrate Cutting‑Edge Technologies: Spearhead the integration of diverse AI sub‑domains including memory hierarchy, interconnect topology, application algorithms, frameworks, runtime environments, modeling, simulation, SDK and compilers. Your expertise will be crucial in synthesizing these elements from a system‑centric view, crafting a competitive end‑to‑end architectural landscape.
• Lead in AI Evolution: Stay ahead of the curve in AI industry and technology trends. Your role involves deeply understanding and predicting the future of AI applications and algorithms. You’ll be instrumental in developing key technical architectures for foundational AI software and hardware, addressing critical usability and performance challenges in comprehensive AI solutions.
• Guide and Inspire Technical Teams: As a leader, you will orchestrate the lifecycle management of complex technical projects. Your role extends beyond our headquarters, identifying and leveraging global resources to enhance project outcomes. Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping the overall architectural design and driving successful project execution.

We Seek:

• Visionaries with rich experience optimizing AI chip architectures and systems. Strategic thinkers familiar with AI industry applications and trends, with comprehensive capabilities from applications to basic software to chips.
• Expert in navigating evolving AI models and algorithm trends, discerning nuanced requirements for the chip layer, setting foundations for innovative processor development.
• Mastery in technical problem‑solving, identifying and addressing bottlenecks, especially in NLP and large‑scale AI models.
• Pioneer in strategic development and innovation, steering planning and architectural design for cutting‑edge chip technologies and foundational system software.
• Experience enhancing software usability.
• Proficiency across AI sub‑fields including application algorithms, frameworks, runtime, modeling, simulation, and compilers.
• Track record transforming academic research into commercial successes.

Senior Level

• Director

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Engineering and Research

Industries

• Telecommunications

Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom.