Software Architect - GPU AI Kernel Library Job at Intel in Santa Clara

Job Details: Job Description

Intel is shaping the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. Our work in pushing forward fields like AI, analytics, and cloud-to-edge technology is at the heart of countless innovations. With a career at Intel, you'll have the opportunity to use technology to power major breakthroughs and create enhancements that improve our everyday quality of life. Join us and help make the future more wonderful for everyone.

AI software framework group is responsible for development of all the AI Frameworks to enable Intel’s AI HW roadmap. This group focuses on developing AI software from kernel (such as matrix multiplication) to higher level frameworks (such as Inference engine). This group works closely with other Intel groups (such as lower-level stacks close to operating systems and higher-level stacks for cluster level scheduling) so that End to End software stack is developed for Intel hardware roadmap. This position, you will be responsible for prototyping, developing GPU kernel, integrating to AI frameworks, and optimizing them for Intel hardware platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex code with C++ templates for optimal GPU kernels.
• Understand PyTorch or similar framework’s usage of AI kernels and design the interfaces.
• Interact with partner teams to understand the requirements and convert to tangible action items for development.
• Develop architectural documents for setting direction to larger team.

Behavioral Traits

• Excellent written and oral communication skills including technical details and concepts.
• Willingness to lead large teams of engineers with clear direction of complex requirements.
• Willingness adhering to specific timelines and delivering quality SW products.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications are required to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years or Master’s degree and 4+ years’ experience or Ph.D and 2+ years of experience in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Aerospace engineering, applied mathematics, mechanical engineering, or related technical disciplines.
• 3+ years of experience in complex C++ template-based development such as meta-level programming.
• 2+ years’ experience with GPU architecture.
• 2+ years’ experience SYCL / CUDA knowledge.
• 1+ year experience with GEMM kernels.

Preferred Qualifications

• AI kernel developments (such as flash attention, MoE).
• Understanding of overall AI SW stack.
• Understanding of PyTorch architecture.

Benefits

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Go to Intel Benefits | Intel Careers for details of benefits available to you. Intel reserves the right to modify, change or discontinue benefit plans at any time in its sole discretion.

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here: https://intel.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/page/1025c144664a100150b4b1665c750003

Job Type: Experienced Hire. Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America). Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro. Additional Locations: US, California, Santa Clara.

Business group: As a member of the Chief Technology Office, Artificial Intelligence, and Network and Edge Group (CTO AI NEX), you will be committed to strategically penetrating the AI market by delivering disruptive and transformative solutions. Your focus will be on leveraging technology innovation and incubation to drive commercial success, ensuring that advancements create significant value. The team is dedicated to driving the software-defined transformation of the world's networks profitably, setting new standards for efficiency and connectivity. Through these priorities, you aim to lead the way in technological evolution and redefine the future of global networks.

Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust: N/A

Annual Salary Range

For jobs which could be performed in the US: $188,700.00-335,680.00 USD. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will require an on-site presence. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.