[Hiring] Network Architect @External SambaNova Systems

Role Description

SambaNova Systems is looking for a talented and motivated Network Architect to help us solve the most challenging and impactful problems in machine learning and artificial intelligence.

• Define the next generation of silicon and networking fabric solutions for supercomputer scale AI/ML systems.
• Conduct research and development in state of the art networking solutions.
• Define and own networking architecture specifications for performant, robust, and efficient communications.
• Define and own ML networking roadmap, leading a cross-functional effort of software, systems, and silicon.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align network initiatives against product competitiveness requirements.
• Stay on top of and contribute to industry standards representing SambaNova.

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of industry experience in ML / supercomputer / public cloud / networking.
• Proven track record of successful full-cycle development and delivery from planning to product in networking / ML scale up processors and systems.
• Track record of ownership and definition of various networking and routing protocols.
• Deep understanding and hands-on experience defining various networking topologies for large machine clusters.
• Deep understanding of congestion management, QoS, and security isolation.
• Deep understanding of reliability, availability, and serviceability from a networking perspective.
• Capable of abstracting and analyzing network performance from real-world applications.
• Capable of breaking down networking requirements into silicon, packaging, system SW, RunTime SW, and Compiler SW requirements.
• Strong hands-on analytical and debug skills to make progress on challenging problems in an ambiguous and highly dynamic environment.
• Strong coding skills with C++/Python/etc.
• Highly motivated, self-driven, independent, organized, and strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Cross-functional team leadership experience.

Requirements

• 15+ years of industry experience in ML / supercomputer / public cloud / networking industries.
• Good understanding of ASIC development cycles.
• Knowledge of machine learning architecture and/or computer architecture.
• Experience in building or proficiently using network simulators.
• Experience in leading silicon, packaging, system HW, system SW cross-functional teams.
• Experience in conducting performance and performance/TCO trade-off analysis on different interconnect choices.
• Familiarity with off-the-shelf optical IP and optical switches.
• Understanding / hands-on experience in end-to-end optical systems.
• Hands-on experience in working with IP/Switch hardware vendors to enhance/customize solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package, including base salary, equity, and benefits.
• 95% premium coverage for employee medical insurance and 77% for dependents.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and AD&D insurance plans.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options like Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care.
• Well-being benefits including a full subscription to Headspace, Gympass+ membership, One Medical membership, and counseling services.