Overview
We are looking for an outstanding individual with expertise in training large-scale AI models, including Large Language Models (LLMs) or equivalent architectures. This person will play a key role in the development and optimization of AI workloads, collaborating closely with hardware and software engineers in a co-design environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, train, and optimize large-scale AI models, including LLMs and similar architectures.
- Collaborate with hardware and software engineers to ensure efficient model deployment on custom silicon solutions.
- Develop new techniques for improving training efficiency, model accuracy, and hardware utilization.
- Implement distributed training strategies for large-scale models across high-performance computing infrastructures.
- Strong programming skills in Python, with Go and C++ considered a plus.
- Explore and implement advanced AI/ML techniques, such as sparsity, quantization, and knowledge distillation.
- Work with state-of-the-art frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX, and Hugging Face Transformers.
- Conduct performance benchmarking and profiling of ML workloads on custom accelerators.
- Stay up to date with advancements in deep learning and AI hardware to bring innovative ideas into Openchip’s AI strategy.
- Participate in technical discussions and contribute to Openchip’s AI research and development roadmap.
Qualifications
- BSc, MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- Proven experience in training and deploying large AI models, particularly LLMs or equivalent large architectures.
- Strong programming skills in Python and proficiency with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch.
- Experience with distributed training, model parallelism, and large-scale data handling.
- Strong knowledge of deep learning model optimization techniques.
- Experience working in a hardware/software co-design environment is highly desirable.
- Fluent in English is a must; knowledge of additional European languages (German, Dutch, Spanish, French, or Italian) is a plus.
Soft Skills
- The candidate should be equipped with a unique skill set: self-starter, self-motivated, humility, excellent communication skills; outstanding human qualities such as honesty, integrity, fellowship, generosity and commitment with the mission to change the world.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- A strong commitment to innovation and problem-solving, a can-do attitude.
- Passionate about driving the next generation of AI hardware/software integration.
- Willingness to mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative learning culture.
What We Offer
- Join an innovative team and experience company growth.
- We believe in investing in our employees and providing opportunities for growth and career development.
- Work in a hybrid environment with flexible scheduling.
- We offer a remuneration that values your experience.
- A chance to work on one of the most transformative AI and silicon engineering companies in Europe.
- The position will be based in Barcelona (Spain).
We are looking for outstanding people willing to join our mission to change the silicon industry and help build a better world. If you feel identified with Openchip, please contact us.
At Openchip & Software Technologies S.L., we believe a diverse and inclusive team is the key to groundbreaking ideas. We foster a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential – regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.