Staff HPC Applications Engineer

NextSilicon; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NextSilicon is seeking a Staff Applications Engineer to move HPC applications onto new platforms and measure gains on node and scale. You will help shape software features for a dataflow architecture and work across scientific fields.

The role requires strong MPI/OpenMP, C/C++, Fortran, and PyTorch experience, with travel as needed. Hybrid in Austin or Minneapolis; remote for exceptional candidates.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering with significant focus on scientific computing.
• MS or PhD with relevant specialization is a plus.
• Strong parallel programming experience using MPI and OpenMP required.
• Hands-on with HPC application domains.
• Hands-on with AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Fortran.
• Ability to measure and profile HPC performance at node and scale.
• Willingness to travel as necessary.
• US citizenship with eligibility to visit US government facilities.

Responsibilities

• Profile and identify bottlenecks of HPC applications on different architectures.
• Develop algorithms and software to accelerate applications on a novel dataflow architecture.
• Translate application requirements into software features and hardware requirements.
• Develop performance models for future hardware architectures.

Skills

MPI

OpenMP

C/C++

Fortran

HPC applications

AI/ML (PyTorch)

travel willingness

US citizenship

Education

BS in engineering with scientific computing focus

MS or PhD (plus)

Tools

PyTorch

Job description

NextSilicon is reimagining high-performance computing. Our accelerated compute solutions leverage intelligent adaptive algorithms to vastly accelerate supercomputers, driving them forward into a new generation. Our new software‑defined hardware architecture enables HPC to fulfill its promise of breakthroughs in all fields of advanced research.

At NextSilicon, everything we do is guided by three core values:

• Professionalism: We strive for exceptional results through professionalism and unwavering dedication to quality and performance.
• Unity: Collaboration is key to success. That's why we foster a work environment where every employee can feel valued and heard.
• Impact: We're passionate about developing technologies that make a meaningful impact on industries, communities, and individuals worldwide.

We are looking for an experienced Staff Applications Engineer to join the Applications team, with demonstrated ability in moving HPC applications onto new platforms and in evaluating performance on node and at scale.

Location: Hybrid in either our Austin, TX or Minneapolis, MN offices (or willing to relocate) preferred but Remote considered for exceptional candidates.

As part of a software‑defined hardware company, you will play a pivotal role in driving new software features based on your analysis of customer‑defined applications and measuring the resulting performance improvements. This role stands on the edge of computer science/architecture and scientific applications which span a wide range of fields, including but not limited to graph algorithms, sparse computations, weather prediction, seismic imaging, genomics, molecular dynamics, quantum chemistry, and computational fluid dynamics. If you have a passion for science, a knack for solving complex problems, and thrive in a bleeding‑edge multidisciplinary environment, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline (computer science, mathematics, natural sciences or engineering) with a significant focus on scientific computing
• Masters or Ph.D. with relevant specialization is a plus
• A strong parallel programming experience using both MPI and OpenMP is required
• Hands‑on experience with development in one or more HPC application domains
• Hands‑on experience with one or more AI/ML frameworks, such as PyTorch
• Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Fortran
• Ability to measure application‑level performance and profile HPC applications at the node level and at scale
• Expertise in competitive performance analysis is strongly preferred
• Willingness to travel as necessary
• US citizenship with eligibility to visit US government research facilities

Responsibilities

• Profile and identify bottlenecks of a wide range of HPC applications on different architectures
• Develop creative algorithmic and software solutions to solve bottlenecks and accelerate applications on a novel dataflow architecture
• Translate application requirements into software features and hardware requirements
• Develop performance models for future hardware architectures