Graphcore · 22 hours ago
Sr. Director, Systems Software
US - Milpitas
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$384K/yr - $520K/yrGraphcore is a globally recognized leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems, designing advanced semiconductors and data center hardware for AI innovation. They are seeking a Senior Director to lead the development of next-generation system software for their customer base in the datacenter space, focusing on system software development, R&D for system resiliency, and collaboration with various teams and partners.
AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Assist in the development of the engineering plan and investment case for in-house development and integration of existing or community code base to deliver market leading system software
Organizational planning and execution to rapidly establish a capable R&D organization for system software
Direction to matrix-based R&D functions, guidance to requirements, roadmap and PLM
Engagement with Graphcore’s in-house software teams, partners (e.g. Linaro) and the broader software community
Ownership of system software development including runtime environment, toolchain, communications libraries, performance tools, etc
Ownership of resiliency and numerical accuracy for next-generation systems/frameworks
Collaboration with performance engineering teams on benchmarking, system-scale testing and validation
Oversight of support functions such as programs management, quality, DevOPS, etc
Management of budgets in accordance to evolving corporate financial planning and reporting requirements
Oversight of operational activities, ensuring that resources are made available and handled effectively
Representation on community groups and open-source projects, to assess leverage and interoperability
Representation of Graphcore system software engineering with customers, at industry events and forums
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of runtime environments, strong-scaling software toolchains, communications and math libraries (e.g. MPI, OpenMP, PyTorch, NCCL/RCCL)
Exceptional leadership skills including coaching, teambuilding, conflict resolution, with a history of building and motivating high-performing global teams
Ability to recruit a premier team in short timeframe
Organizational and strategic leadership skills, including strategic vision definition, development planning and resources forecasting
Strategic problem solver with excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Highly experienced in leading human capital across geographies and functional areas to drive workforce development and achieve desired results
Sophisticated communication skills catered to a wide variety of audiences
Track record of on-time, to-specification delivery of multiple projects in parallel
Extensive intuition for business, technical knowledge, and proven experience encompassing one or more engineering, technology, and product domains
Relationship leadership skills, including partnering and advising executive/C-level roles for internal and external partners
Preferred
Strategic orientation
Collaboration and influencing
Team Leadership
Creating a Culture of innovation
Attracting world class talent
Benefits
Competitive benefits package
Company
Graphcore
Graphcore develops a microprocessor designed for AI and machine learning applications.
Founded in 2016
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (3)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$682MKey Investors
Ontario Teachers' Pension PlanMayfair Equity PartnersSequoia Capital
2024-07-11Acquired
2021-02-01Private Equity
2020-12-29Series E· $222M
Leadership Team
Nigel Toon
CEO and Chairman
Nick Bishop
CFO
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