AI Systems Simulation Lead - Scale Inference Platform

CommonAI CIC; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Healthcare

Office near Cambridge train station

Job summary

CommonAI CIC is seeking a Project Technical Lead to steer the Scaling Inference simulation platform and define the technical strategy for the project. You will coordinate cross-functional workstreams bridging hardware architecture and model workloads to deliver a cohesive toolkit.

In this leadership role you will set engineering standards, guide research engineers, and ensure outputs align with the programme's strategic mission.

Qualifications

• Technical leadership experience in a research or high-growth engineering environment.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders.
• Advanced degree (PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field with deep domain knowledge in AI systems and hardware architecture.
• Track record of delivery, moving sophisticated technical prototypes through to production-grade, scalable systems.
• Experience with GPU optimisation, performance modelling, and the simulation of large-scale infrastructure workloads.

Responsibilities

• Technical Strategy & Vision: Own the architectural roadmap for the Scaling Inference simulation platform.
• Workstream Coordination: Manage and synchronise development efforts across hardware, software, and model workload workstreams to deliver a cohesive simulation toolkit.
• Technical Standards & Quality: Establish and enforce engineering best practices, rigorous validation methodologies, and performance standards across the team.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary technical point of contact for the Scaling Inference programme, communicating progress and technical risks to senior leadership and partners.
• Mentorship & Growth: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to research engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous professional development.
• Project Delivery: Lead the planning and execution of experimental cycles, ensuring the Scaling Inference Lab outputs are integrated into the core platform efficiently.
• Resource Allocation: Prioritise technical tasks and research questions to maximise programme impact on cost, performance, and energy efficiency targets.
• Documentation: Communicate findings through technical reports, internal publications, and external research outputs.

Skills

Technical leadership

Strategic communication

GPU optimisation

Performance modelling

Stakeholder management

Education

PhD preferred in CS/Engineering or related field

Job description

CommonAI CIC is seeking a Project Technical Lead to steer the Scaling Inference simulation platform and define the technical strategy for the project. You will coordinate cross-functional workstreams bridging hardware architecture and model workloads to deliver a cohesive toolkit.

In this leadership role you will set engineering standards, guide research engineers, and ensure outputs align with the programme's strategic mission.