Principal Engineer - GPU AI Kernel Library

AI Software Framework Group Position

The AI software framework group is responsible for the development of all the AI Frameworks to enable Intel's AI hardware roadmap. This group focuses on developing AI software from kernel (such as matrix multiplication) to higher level frameworks (such as Inference engine). This group works closely with other Intel groups (such as lower-level stacks close to operating systems and higher-level stacks for cluster level scheduling) so that the end-to-end software stack is developed for Intel hardware roadmap. This position, you will be responsible for prototyping, developing of GPU kernel, integrating to AI frameworks, and optimizing them for Intel hardware platforms.

Designs, develops, integrates, tests, validates, and/or debugs software to enable Intel product features to enable or utilize Artificial Intelligence, including machine learning and deep learning. Understands internal and external partner software and develops software across the stack (spanning firmware, drivers, OS, middleware, frameworks, algorithms, and applications) as required to enable and optimize specific AI features, capabilities, solutions, reference platforms, or Intel products. May include the development of reference AI software and improving or enabling customer designs to obtain the greatest value of Intel AI products, the development and/or optimization of workloads for AI benchmarks, and workloads for simulation to support preSi power and performance analysis and architecture recommendations.

As a principal engineer, recognized as a domain expert who influences and drives technical direction across Intel and industry. Develops and mentors other technical leaders, grows the community, acts as a change agent, and role models Intel values. Aligns organizational goals with technical vision, formulates technical strategy to deliver leadership solutions, and demonstrates a track record of relentless execution in bringing products and technologies to market.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 years experience - GPU software architecture
• 1 year experience - GPU Kernel Developments
• 5 years of experience in complex C++ based development and meta level programming

Preferred Qualifications:

• AI kernel developments (such as flash attention, MoE)
• Understanding of overall AI SW stack
• Understanding of PyTorch architecture
• Ability to understand the complex requirements and lead large team of engineers with clear direction.
• Demonstrated to adhere to specific timelines and deliver quality SW product

Job Type: Experienced Hire

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations: US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Folsom, US, California, Santa Clara

Business Group: As a member of the Chief Technology Office, Artificial Intelligence, and Network and Edge Group (CTO AI NEX), you will be committed to strategically penetrating the AI market by delivering disruptive and transformative solutions. Your focus will be on leveraging technology innovation and incubation to drive commercial success, ensuring that advancements create significant value. The team is dedicated to driving the software-defined transformation of the world's networks profitably, setting new standards for efficiency and connectivity. Through these priorities, you aim to lead the way in technological evolution and redefine the future of global networks.

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: This role is a Position of Trust. Should you accept this position, you must consent to and pass an extended Background Investigation, which includes (subject to country law), extended education, SEC sanctions, and additional criminal and civil checks. For internals, this investigation may or may not be completed prior to starting the position. For additional questions, please contact your Recruiter.

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. Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $255,850.00-361,200.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 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 require an on-site presence. Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.