Senior Software Engineer, Compiler (LLVM)

QUADRIC PTY LTD; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Quadric in Burlingame, CA is looking for a senior compiler engineer to optimize code for the Quadric processor and to implement support for new architectural features. You will work with LLVM frontend/backend passes and collaborate with hardware teams.

You will influence compiler strategy, drive performance improvements, and support internal and external customers within a fast-paced AI edge computing environment.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Computer Science with a minimum of five years of compiler experience.
• Proficiency in C++11 or newer.
• Experience with LLVM or GCC codebase.
• Strong background in graphs and related algorithms.
• Knowledge of front-end and back-end compiler techniques.

Responsibilities

• Enhance development of Quadric's LLVM compiler.
• Collaborate on developing the programming model for Quadric's high-performance computing platform.
• Collaborate with the hardware design team to co-optimize compiler strategy with hardware architecture.
• Build custom front-end and back-end LLVM passes.

Skills

C++

LLVM

GCC

Graphs algorithms

Compiler design

Education

MS or PhD in Computer Science

Job description

Quadric is redefining edge AI with the industry's first General Purpose Neural Processing Unit (GPNPU), enabling developers to run both neural network inference and conventional C++ code on a single programmable architecture. Our technology powers intelligent edge devices across automotive, industrial, robotics, and embedded systems.

Founded in 2016 and based in downtown Burlingame, California, Quadric is building the world's first supercomputer designed for the real-time needs of edge devices. Quadric aims to empower developers in every industry with superpowers to create tomorrow's technology, today. The company was co-founded by technologists from MIT and Carnegie Mellon, who were previously the technical co-founders of the Bitcoin computing company 21.

The Opportunity

As a senior member of our Compiler team, you will be tasked with optimizing the performance of code running on the Quadric processor. You will be responsible for implementing required support of new processor architectural features. Additionally, you will be supporting internal/external customers.

What You'll Do

• Enhance the development of Quadric's LLVM compiler
• Collaborate on developing the programming model for Quadric's high-performance computing platform
• Collaborate with the hardware design team to co-optimize compiler strategy with hardware architecture
• Build custom front-end and back-end LLVM passes

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 6-12 months, you'll:

• Successfully support the development process across the Engineering team
• Optimize code generation to increase the performance of code running on the Quadric processor

What We're Looking For

Required

• MS or PhD in Computer Science with a minimum of five years of compiler experience
• Proficiency in C++ > 11
• Experience with LLVM or GCC codebase
• Strong background in graphs and related algorithms
• Knowledge of front-end and back-end compiler techniques

Preferred

• Experience in compiler strategies for data parallel processors such as GPUs, DSPs

• Knowledge of end-to-end toolchain, including compilers, linkers & debuggers

Benefits

Quadric also offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our India-based offerings; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity with the business
• Paid Parental Leave
• PF Retirement Plan
• Flexible PTO
• Winter holiday shutdown
• Catered lunch each day in our office
• Downtown Pune office location, close to shops, cafes, and local amenities
• Collaborative, low-ego culture with significant ownership and impact
• A work culture focused on innovative disruption

Equal Employment Opportunity

Quadric is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law

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