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

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor R&D department seeks a Senior GPU Architect to lead innovative projects in Graphics Hardware. This role involves impactful collaboration with top experts in the field and the opportunity to shape the future of GPU R&D. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge in GPU architectures and modern graphics APIs.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10+ years' experience in GPU architecture and design.
• Experience with Vulkan, D3D12, OpenCL, CUDA.
• Ability to take concepts to production and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D developments in Graphics Processors.
• Contribute to future strategy of next-gen IP.
• Collaborate with team on GPU project designs.

Skills

Knowledge of GPU IPs

Understanding of modern 3D graphics

Strong maths and algorithm skills

Excellent communicator

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

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Client:

IC Resources

Location:

swindon, wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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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!