Untether AI is a rapidly growing Toronto startup building next generation hardware AI accelerators for neural net inference. We are investing in software in a big way in order to make it as seamless as possible for researchers and developers to successfully deploy neural networks on our hardware. It involves optimizing a variety of common neural networks to run on our architectures using our software optimization tool flow. We are looking for software developers who are highly motivated and innately curious. Successful candidates can expect to contribute to small agile teams in core areas and be provided with close mentoring and guidance from senior software engineers. Because we’re building new systems from the ground up, you’ll get to work on new and unsolved problems using state-of-the art technologies.

We are looking for an experienced Neural Network Development Lead to design and development leading edge neural networks for our Model Garden and customers. The role requires hands-on development of neural networks, involves work with a cross-functional team of engineers that are focused on customers, and acts as a conduit between our customers and our software and hardware teams. By using and/or developing our software tools to enhance our Model Garden and create customer specific customer neural nets that require functionality/performance beyond what’s available in our standard software releases, they ensure the most effective use of our technology by our customers.

Responsibilities

Management of program / project teams to deliver Neural Network Model Garden Models including the identification, design and implementation of C++ low-level flexible programs (kernels) for various neural net operations
When required development of complexed kernels and compiler strategies to address the network requirements
Communicate performance optimization ideas both to compiler/kernel engineers and to architects working on future product generations

Requirements

Computer Science, engineering, or related degree
Background in program/project management
At least 5+ years of experience, specifically in AI
Creative problem solver, passionate about solving hard problems
Strong C++ development skills required
Experience with tuning and optimizing code for high performance
Knowledge of Neural Network basic operator algorithms - Convolutions, Transformers, RNNs
Interest in problem-solving within highly structured and tightly constrained environments

Preferred Skills and Experience

Masters in computer science, engineering or related field
Project Management Certified (PMP / ScrumMaster)
Experience delivering high performance software to production
Python experience
Experience with other AI accelerator programming
Strong mathematical and communication skills

Thinking about applying?

We’re a pretty welcoming bunch of people. If we’ve piqued your interest, you’re passionate about the same things we are but you aren’t sure if you check all the boxes, please apply anyway. We’re a great place to work, an even better place to learn and we focus on both capability and potential!
Besides being a pretty friendly group, we’re also pretty diverse - ethnically, experientially and in our physical and mental abilities. If you are someone who needs accommodation during the interview process and/or in the workplace, please send a note along with your resume to [email protected] and we’ll be in touch.

What are some of the perks that you will receive being part of Untether AI? Aligned to Untether’s philosophy, our employees enjoy the same perks, regardless of role or level. In part, these include:

20 vacation days
Strong health and extended health benefits
Unlimited sick days
Stock options
Building chips and software that will change the world

A little bit more about Untether AI

Untether AI has developed a groundbreaking new architecture that brings neural net inference to new levels of performance and efficiency. We’ve already sold our product to smart clients who want to get in at ground zero. We’ve done this while continuing to improve our technology creating ultra-efficient, high performance AI chips that eliminates the data movement bottleneck that costs energy and performance in traditional architectures. We’re a team made up of scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs and have the support of tier one investors. We recently received $125 million in our series B funding round which enables us to expand our customer engagements, enhance our software offering, and build the next generation of industry leading AI inference products. Join us to be part of something big - a chance to create the future of AI.

Neural Network Development Lead

Untether AI

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Preferred Skills and Experience

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What are some of the perks that you will receive being part of Untether AI? Aligned to Untether’s philosophy, our employees enjoy the same perks, regardless of role or level. In part, these include:

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