SambaNova Systems
Director, Hardware Systems Engineering
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The era of pervasive AI has arrived. In this era, organizations will use generative AI to unlock hidden value in their data, accelerate processes, reduce costs, drive efficiency and innovation to fundamentally transform their businesses and operations at scale.
SambaNova Suite™ is the first full-stack, generative AI platform, from chip to model, optimized for enterprise and government organizations. Powered by the intelligent SN40L chip, the SambaNova Suite is a fully integrated platform, delivered on-premises or in the cloud, combined with state-of-the-art open-source models that can be easily and securely fine-tuned using customer data for greater accuracy. Once adapted with customer data, customers retain model ownership in perpetuity, so they can turn generative AI into one of their most valuable assets.
As the Director of HW Systems at SambaNova Systems, you will be responsible for leading a multi functional team of world class Hardware Systems Engineers to deliver the most cutting edge Enterprise AI Hardware Systems from concept to production. You will play a key role in SambaNova leading the industry as the #1 Platform for Business AI.
Responsibilities:
- Lead AI hardware system design from concept to volume production, including technology evaluation, vendor selections, board design, board validation, regulatory, quality and reliability.
- Conduct competitive analysis to stay at the forefront of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AI hardware design.
- Define long-term technology roadmaps and strategic initiatives with internal and external technology partners to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
- Provide hands-on technical leadership, driving hardware systems strategy, including technical decisions and trade-offs.
- Drive the design of high-quality products with high first-pass yields at manufacturing.
- Demonstrate strong project management and leadership skills defining processes and tools to drive engineering execution with maximum efficiency and predictable outcomes.
- Manage and mentor a team of hardware engineers with diverse experience levels across all areas of system design.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that drives innovation and accountability.
Preferred Experience
- 20+ years of Hardware Development Engineering experience
- 10+ years of People Management, building and leading a world-class engineering team, including experts in all areas of system design
- Proven track record of leading successful Hardware Systems engineering teams, delivering high-quality systems and products on time and within budget, especially Data Center AI/HPC Hardware Systems.Deep understanding of AI systems, system-level architecture, and performance optimization as well as a strong understanding of trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies.
- Familiarity with datacenter infrastructure requirements, including scalability, energy efficiency, and operational reliability.
- Expertise in design areas such as high-speed interconnects, mechanical design, high-power delivery, thermal/cooling systems as well as validation and bring-up/debug of complex server, storage and networking platforms.
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Annual Salary Range and Level
The base salary for this position ranges from $230,000/year up to $280,000/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.
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Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at SambaNova Systems, you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified.
EEO Policy
SambaNova Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Benefits Summary for US-Based, Full-Time Employment Positions
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 77% 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 available to you and your dependents includes a full subscription to Headspace, Gympass+ membership with access to physical gyms, One Medical membership, counseling services with an Employee Assistance Program, and much more.
SambaNova Systems Palo Alto, California, USA Office
Our Palo Alto office is in a tech complex known for incubating research facilities and borders the Bay Trail along the Don Edwards Wildlife Refuge. Only a 5-minute walk, our employees often fly out of PAO for lunch with colleagues or enjoy happy hour at the nearby Palo Alto Country Club.
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