Performance Engineer

Etched(2 months ago)

San Jose, CAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$175,000 - $275,000Architecture

About this role

A Performance Engineer at Etched develops performance models and projections for the Sohu AI chip, focusing on transformer architectures. Responsibilities include profiling deep learning workloads to identify bottlenecks, building analytical models for performance prediction, and collaborating with hardware architects to drive hardware/software co-optimization. The role demands expertise in computer architecture, performance analysis, and the ability to characterize and improve memory and compute resource efficiency across various workloads.

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Required Skills

Performance Modeling
Deep Learning
Micro-Architecture
Hardware Optimization
Analytical Models
Simulation-Based Models
Workload Analysis
Co-Optimization
Memory Hierarchy
Interconnect Utilization

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Qualifications

PhD or equivalent research experience in Computer Architecture or related fields

About Etched

www.etched.com

Etched is at the forefront of advanced computing technology with its groundbreaking product, Sohu, the world's first transformer ASIC. By etching transformer architecture directly into silicon, Etched delivers server solutions that provide dramatically faster and more cost-effective AI model inference compared to traditional GPU-based systems. Their innovative technology is designed to optimize the performance of AI applications, enabling unprecedented processing capabilities for next-generation models. With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI, Etched is poised to revolutionize the industry.