Senior GPU Architect (Graphics Processors R&D for AI)

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor R&D department is seeking a Senior GPU Architect in Birmingham to work on cutting-edge Graphics Hardware technologies. This role features opportunities for leadership and collaboration with top industry experts, involving innovative product definition within a highly functional team. Significant knowledge in GPU architecture and modern graphics APIs is essential.

Qualifications

• Significant knowledge and experience with design and architecture of GPU IPs (5 - 10+ years).
• Strong understanding of modern 3D graphics and compute APIs like Vulkan, D3D12, CUDA.
• Ability to take concepts through to production, performance review and optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Work on R&D developments in Graphics Hardware Processors.
• Contribute to the future strategy of next-gen IP.
• Confidence in ASIC digital design flow and micro-architecture.

Skills

Digital Video processing

Image signal processing

Strong maths and algorithm skills

Understanding of compiler performance

Functional Safety - ISO26262

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Senior GPU Architect (Graphics Processors R&D for AI), birmingham

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IC Resources

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birmingham, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Working for a leading semiconductor R&D department, I am recruiting for a high-level GPU Architect, to work on the latest R&D developments in Graphics Hardware Processors.

There is also opportunity for leadership within this exciting R&D team for GPU Hardware.

A key-selling point is this is a highly innovative and exciting opportunity to work with leading experts in GPU R&D to define cutting-edge Graphics products in the industry.

This is a multi-functional role, where you will also contribute to the future strategy of next-generation IP.

Salary details

Salary will be based upon years and relevance of experience - circa £100k and / or above for highly-skilled architects

Location & additional info

• This is a UK based role, so 1st preference and priority will be given to applicatints with UK working rights
• There is also the potential for hybrid / remote / fully remote working from other European locations
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support can also be considered for qualified applicants who are motivated to relocate permanently to the UK
• Significant knowledge and experience with design and architecture of GPU IPs - Graphics Hardware Processors (5 - 10+ years' experience)
• Strong understanding of modern 3D graphics and/or compute APIs, such as Vulkan, D3D12 and OpenCL, CUDA etc.
• Definition of high-level GPU architecture / micro-architecture
• Confidence knowledge in the ASIC digital design flow
• Experience in R&D of the latest products and features
• Ability to take a concept through to production and delivery / tape-out, including performance review, analysis, costing, and optimisation
• Understanding of the product's design & verification needs, standardisation, adherence to frameworks and methodolgies e.g. UVM
• Excellent communicator, with a keen interest in team collaboration and a clear approach to the design & development process

Bonus / "Nice-to-have" skills

• Digital Video processing / video compression / video codecs or similar field
• Image signal processsing
• (Computer) arithmetic / maths / algorithm development or algorithm implementation
• Strong maths and algorithm skills
• Understanding of / analysis of: compiler performance / driver performance
• Functional Safety - ISO26262

For more information, please contact Rob Hudson @ Ic Resources for a discussion today!