Sr AI Runtime Architect - Neuromorphic Computing

Intel Corporation; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 195,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock bonuses

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Intel Corporation is seeking an experienced leader to guide the neuromorphic AI execution stack, from firmware to framework integration. You will shape the roadmap for a spatial, event-driven runtime, while contributing hands-on in architecture and implementation.

The role requires 5+ years shipping AI runtime software, strong C/C++ and Python skills, and a track record of leading complex software architectures. Hybrid work model and competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years developing and shipping AI runtime software for accelerators/GPUs.
• 5+ years leading architecture of complex software systems.
• 10+ years producing production-grade C/C++ software with Python.
• 1+ year hands-on agentic software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Define vision, architecture, and roadmap for runtime stack from firmware to framework.
• Architect and develop runtime, performance tooling, and execution behavior.
• Own contracts between runtime stack and compiler and integration with AI/robotics frameworks.
• Ensure measurable performance and real-time behavior across silicon and simulators.
• Collaborate with teams and customers to translate workloads into runtime capabilities.

Skills

AI runtime software

Software architecture leadership

C/C++ development

Python

Mentoring engineers

Real-time systems

Education

BSc/MSc/PhD in CS/EE

Tools

OpenVINO

oneAPI Level Zero

ROS 2

Holoscan

CI/CD tooling

Job description

For nearly a decade, Intel's Neuromorphic Computing Lab, together with a global ecosystem of 250+ research groups, has explored architectures, algorithms, and software inspired by the brain's extraordinary efficiency, scalability, and adaptability. Our Loihi series of research chips pioneered event-driven, sparse, and massively parallel neuro-inspired processing, fueling over 100 peer-reviewed publications that validate the promise of this novel approach. Now, we are entering an exciting new chapter: transforming these breakthroughs into real-world products that will power the coming era of physical AI systems - beyond the reach of GPUs and mainstream AI accelerators. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of computing, from transistor-level innovation to software abstractions, join us. Help define the next wave of AI technology that harnesses the proven advantages of Intel's neuromorphic computing technology with the versatility demanded by modern AI workloads.

Position Overview

Join the team building Intel's neuromorphic AI execution stack targeting edge and robotic systems. In this role, you will lead the team and technical direction for our next-generation runtime stack, while remaining hands‑on in architecture and implementation. You will set the roadmap from the first product generation onward, on a spatial, event-driven architecture that redraws the boundary between compiler and runtime.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap for the runtime stack, from firmware to framework integration, while contributing hands‑on to critical design and implementation.
• Architect and develop the runtime and performance tooling, and define the execution behavior that the firmware and drivers must implement, whether the device is attached to a host or runs standalone.
• Own the contracts between the runtime stack and the compiler, as well as its integration with industry-standard AI and robotics frameworks.
• Own the measurable performance, real‑time behavior, and production quality of the stack across silicon and simulators.
• Collaborate with compiler, hardware, and application teams, as well as customers and partners, to translate workload requirements into runtime capabilities and feed performance insights back into compiler and hardware design.
• Provide technical leadership by establishing engineering practices and mentoring engineers.

About the Organization

As part of Intel's CTO Office, you will join a vertically integrated incubation effort dedicated to bringing Intel's neuromorphic technology innovations to market. Our diverse team of engineers and researchers has pioneered sparse, event‑based, neuromorphic architecture over multiple generations and is now focused on commercializing the technology in future Intel and partner products.

Qualifications

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience developing and shipping AI runtime software, such as OpenVINO, TensorRT, ONNX Runtime, Ryzen AI, or comparable runtimes, for accelerators, GPUs, or other complex hardware, with working knowledge of the underlying drivers and firmware.
• 5+ years of experience leading the architecture of complex software systems, including defining technical direction and the interfaces to adjacent components.
• 5+ years of experience owning the performance and production quality of accelerator software, including profiling, benchmarking, and debugging across hardware and software boundaries.
• 5+ years of experience providing technical leadership to engineering teams, including mentoring engineers and leading cross‑functional delivery.
• 10+ years of hands‑on experience developing production‑grade systems software in C/C++, with proficiency in Python, using disciplined engineering practices such as code reviews, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience with agentic software engineering, routinely using AI agents to design, implement, test, and review production code.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing engineering teams, including hiring and developing engineers.
• Experience with the internals of OpenVINO, oneAPI Level Zero, or comparable accelerator software stacks.
• Experience with spatial, dataflow, or statically scheduled accelerators where the compiler determines placement and scheduling.
• Experience with robotics or real‑time systems, including deterministic execution and ecosystems such as ROS 2 or Holoscan.
• Experience developing or integrating functional or performance simulators into accelerator software stacks.
• Familiarity with device driver and firmware development for embedded Linux or RTOS-based systems.
• Experience with HW/SW co-design or performance modeling.

Job Type

Experienced Hire Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro Additional Locations: US, California, Santa Clara

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. Position of Trust N/A

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $195,200.00-315,490.00 USD

Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on‑site at their assigned Intel site and off‑site.

* Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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