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Full-Time

CAD Engineer

Design Verification Infrastructure

Posted on 7/15/2024

Tenstorrent

Tenstorrent

201-500 employees

Builds advanced computers for AI applications

Hardware
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$100k - $500kAnnually

+ Variable Compensation Targets

Mid

Boston, MA, USA

Hybrid role based out of Toronto, Ottawa, Boston, or North Carolina.

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Platform Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Git
Perl
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • BS/MS/PhD in EE/ECE/CE/CS with minimum 3 years of industry experience
  • Experience with HPC compute
  • Experience with development of DV tools and infrastructure and large-scale regression environments
  • Experience working with build tools such as Bazel
  • Knowledge of EDA tools and simulators
  • Expertise in C/C++ programming and scripting skills in Python, Tcl, Perl
  • Familiarity with relational databases and visualization tools
Responsibilities
  • Administration and automation of workflows associated with servers, batch compute infrastructure and licensing tools
  • Linux administration for design team’s compute infrastructure
  • Development and maintenance of containers used across the design team
  • VM hosting and management for critical design team services
  • Maintain and enhance the Git infrastructure for CI/CD and nightly regressions
  • Build software tools and scripts for design flow automation
  • Engage with industry vendors and 3rd party IP providers for tool integration
  • Experience with open-source tool-flows and deployment in the design flow

Tenstorrent builds advanced computers specifically designed for artificial intelligence applications. Their products include high-performance computing systems that utilize specialized hardware and software solutions, focusing on technologies like ASIC design and RISC-V architecture. Unlike many competitors, Tenstorrent emphasizes a combination of computer architecture expertise and neural network compilers to optimize performance for AI tasks. The company's goal is to advance the capabilities of AI computing, serving clients in the AI and computing sectors while generating revenue through the sale of their systems and services.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$334.5M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

15%

1 year growth

39%

2 year growth

115%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The launch of next-generation Wormhole-based developer kits and workstations could attract a significant developer community, driving innovation and adoption.
  • Collaborations with industry giants like Hyundai and Rapidus indicate strong growth potential and access to advanced manufacturing technologies.
  • The introduction of specialized AI inference acceleration boards like the Grayskull e75 and e150 can capture a niche market in AI and machine learning applications.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in AI hardware is intense, with major players like NVIDIA and Intel posing significant challenges.
  • Dependence on strategic partnerships for advanced manufacturing and technology development could lead to vulnerabilities if these partnerships falter.

What makes Tenstorrent unique

  • Tenstorrent's use of RISC-V architecture in their AI processors offers a unique alternative to traditional x86 and ARM architectures, providing flexibility and open-source benefits.
  • Their focus on high-performance AI chips and scalable developer kits positions them as a key player in the AI hardware market, particularly for developers seeking robust multi-chip solutions.
  • Strategic partnerships with global entities like Rapidus and C-DAC enhance their capabilities in cutting-edge semiconductor technology and edge AI processing.

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