Principal Software Engineer, Compiler

Working at SambaNova

The Principal Software Engineer, Compiler position will be responsible for working with the different layers of the compiler stack and coordinating with other development teams here at SambaNova. It is a critical role responsible for driving innovation in compiler infrastructure and optimization algorithms that enable state-of-the-art ML model performance on the SambaNova platform. This can involve anything from digging through PyTorch and machine learning models to determining how to map operations on to our underlying hardware.

Responsibilities

• Lead compiler engineering through ensuring standard methodologies, enterprise product insertion and process evolution.
• Work with peers, domain experts, developers, customers, and work across the enterprise seeking optimal solutions.
• Develop, integrate, and implement products.
• Provide support for proposals in key areas aligned with core team competencies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent with 5-10 years of industry experience.

Additional Qualifications

• Deep theoretical understanding of compiler fundamentals.
• Experience building and deploying software products.
• Experience with one or more deep learning frameworks (i.e. TensorFlow, PyTorch) is a plus.
• Experience with common compiler development practices and methodologies.
• Excitement about high-performance systems engineering and performance debugging.
• An appreciation for process and developing cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MLIR.
• Familiarity with machine learning models and frameworks.
• Familiarity with accelerated computing.
• Exposure to dataflow architectures.

Annual Salary Range and Level

The base salary for this position ranges from $165,000/year up to $210,000/year. This range is based on role, level, and location and reflects the salary target for new hires in the US. Individual pay within the range will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s job-related qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location.

Benefits Summary

SambaNova offers a competitive total rewards package, including the base salary, plus equity and benefits. We cover 95% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, and 80% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account(HSA) with employer contribution. We also offer Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance plans in addition to Flexible Spending Account(FSA) options like Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care. Our library of well-being benefits includes a full subscription to Headspace, access to One Medical, counseling services with an Employee Assistance Program, and much more.

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