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Deep Learning System Optimization Engineer

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Snowflake

Snowflake

5,001-10,000 employees

Data Cloud platform for data warehousing

Data & Analytics
AI & Machine Learning
Enterprise Software
Consulting

Senior, Expert

Bellevue, WA, USA

Category
Deep Learning
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Python
CUDA
Git
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree or PhD is preferred.
  • 5 years of experience in GPU kernel optimization, deep learning system optimization, or high-performance computing (HPC).
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and Python.
  • Strong understanding of GPU architectures and experience with CUDA or similar frameworks.
  • Experience with profiling tools (e.g., nvprof, Nsight) and performance analysis methodologies.
  • Solid problem-solving skills and ability to debug complex performance issues.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development practices.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Responsibilities
  • Analyze and optimize GPU kernel performance for deep learning models.
  • Develop and implement strategies to enhance the efficiency and scalability of deep learning systems.
  • Profile and benchmark deep learning systems using tools and techniques to identify bottlenecks.
  • Design and implement optimizations to reduce latency and improve resource utilization for training and inference.
  • Build a strong system foundation for Snowflake Arctic by interacting with model scientists for model-system co-development.
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in GPU kernel optimization, deep learning, and LLM system development.
  • Publish their innovations, optimizations, and engineering practices in technical blogs, top-tier conferences and journals.

Snowflake offers a Data Cloud platform for data warehousing, data lakes, and data application development, enabling secure sharing of governed data across multiple public clouds. The platform supports diverse analytic workloads with near-unlimited scale and performance.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2.5B

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

38%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Snowflake's continuous innovation and feature expansion, as seen in their Data Cloud World Tour, promise robust career growth opportunities.
  • The company's strategic investments and acquisitions indicate strong financial health and a commitment to staying at the forefront of data technology.
  • Collaborations with companies like Solaris and Omnata highlight Snowflake's influence and integration capabilities across various industries.

What critics are saying

  • The rapid pace of acquisitions and integrations may lead to operational challenges and cultural misalignment.
  • Intense competition in the cloud data platform market from giants like AWS and Google Cloud could pressure Snowflake's market share.

What makes Snowflake unique

  • Snowflake's focus on democratizing data access and analytics sets it apart from traditional data platforms.
  • Strategic investments in AI-driven startups like Metaplane enhance Snowflake's data quality and reliability, providing a competitive edge.
  • Acquisitions such as Samooha and Ponder expand Snowflake's capabilities in data clean rooms and Python integration, respectively.

Benefits

We've got your back - We offer comprehensive health insurance plans, health savings accounts, robust retirement plans, and generous life and disability insurance.

A Balanced Lifestyle - All Snowflakes have access to our weekly online lunch and learns, virtual workout classes, and ergonomic work-from-home equipment. We offer on-demand mental health and wellness programs to support our employees and their families.

Your People Matter - Help offset the cost of growing your family with our fertility benefits and family planning resources. Count on our generous time-off and various leave plans for you to rest, refuel, and sustain a great work-life balance.

Global Snowflake Team - No matter where you are in the world, we will get you connected and supported with a work-from-home setup.

Treat Yourself - Personalize your Snowflake benefits by tapping into our employee discounts and pre-tax selections.

Invest In Your Future - Eligible employees enjoy new hire equity, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and a quarterly bonus or commission program.