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.
Working at SambaNova
This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI and the value it can unlock across every aspect of an organization’s business and operations. SambaNova is hiring a senior-level Post-Silicon Engineer who will be responsible for the post-silicon bring-up and validation of the Ethernet subsystem. In this role you will be working closely with the silicon, system, software, and operation teams. You will play a unique and critical role in the productization of the SambaNova DataScale® system, and you will be provided with cross-functional learning across the hardware and software stack with opportunities for growth in a fast-growing AI system company.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute post-silicon bring-up and validation plan (characterization, stress test, functional and performance validation) for Ethernet physical layer(L1) in the SambaNova DataScale® system
- Provide leadership and domain expertise for Ethernet physical layer up to 100G PAM4, 400/800G ports , FEC, MAC/PCS
- Perform system-level debug and root-cause analysis through bring-up, validation, and production phase
- Partner with system, product, and software teams on product test deployment, RMA debug, and product release
- Collaborate with design, verification/emulation and software to ensure bring-up readiness (e.g. power-on sequence, debug tool and script, contingency planning)
- Engage in pre-silicon verification, emulation and software development effort related to Ethernet L1 layer
- Drive technical innovation in post-silicon infrastructure including tools and script development, technical and procedural methodology enhancement, and ongoing monitoring and other cross-functional technical initiatives
Basic Qualifications
Additional Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience with high-speed Ethernet subsystem bring-up [minimum 56G PAM4, 100G/200G ports]
- Understanding of embedded/system FW and PHY drivers for triage and diagnostic tooling
- Excellent debugging skills at both SoC and system level
- Strong programming and scripting skills (C/C++, Python, bash, etc.)
- Self-starter and ability to drive tasks to completion with minimal guidance
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with pre-silicon validation/emulation
- Ability to isolate/triage electrical vs functional issues
- Working knowledge of Ethernet architecture (MAC/PCS/FEC) and experience engaging with architects and vendors on these issues
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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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.
Customers turn to SambaNova to quickly deploy state-of-the-art generative AI capabilities within the enterprise. Our purpose-built enterprise-scale AI platform is the technology backbone for the next generation of AI computing.
Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, SambaNova Systems was founded in 2017 by industry luminaries, and hardware and software design experts from Sun/Oracle and Stanford University. Investors include SoftBank Vision Fund 2, funds and accounts managed by BlackRock, Intel Capital, GV, Walden International, Temasek, GIC, Redline Capital, Atlantic Bridge Ventures, Celesta, and several others. Visit us at sambanova.ai. Follow SambaNova Systems on Linkedin.
