Remote Senior R&D Engineer - RISC-V Matrix Extensions (Italy/Europe based)

Description:

• Axelera AI is seeking a Senior R&D Engineer specializing in systolic multiplier architectures for AI training applications.
• The role involves conducting research and development on systolic multiplier arrays tailored for AI training workloads.
• Responsibilities include evaluating architectural trade-offs, performing modeling and simulation of systolic arrays, and exploring integration strategies for these architectures into ISAs like RISC-V, ARM (SME), or x86 (AMX).
• The engineer will critically assess architectural proposals, propose novel improvements, and validate these through benchmarking and testing.
• Collaboration with hardware and software teams is essential to align systolic architectures with broader system-level goals.
• The position offers flexible working arrangements, including options for remote work across Europe or relocation to Italy or the Netherlands.

Requirements:

• A Master's or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, focusing on AI hardware or systolic architectures is required.
• Candidates must have expertise in designing, analyzing, and modeling systolic multiplier arrays for AI training, with a strong understanding of power, performance, and area (PPA) trade-offs.
• Experience in integrating systolic architectures into ISAs such as RISC-V, ARM (SME), or x86 (AMX) is necessary, along with evaluating the impacts of ISA-level extensions.
• Proficiency in modeling, simulating, and validating systolic arrays for AI workloads is essential, as well as proposing improvements based on performance benchmarks.
• Strong collaboration skills with hardware and software teams are required, along with the ability to contribute to research publications and patents.
• Candidates must be able to work independently on architectural proposals and drive innovation for AI training applications.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is mandatory.
• Preference will be given to candidates willing to relocate to Italy.

Benefits:

• Axelera AI offers an attractive compensation package, including a pension plan and extensive employee insurances.
• Employees have the option to acquire company shares.
• The company promotes an open culture that supports creativity and continual innovation.
• Collaborative ownership and freedom with responsibility are emphasized in the team environment.
• Axelera AI is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, fostering a warm and inclusive workplace for all team members.