Full-Time

GPU Benchmarking Engineer

DRW portfolio company

Posted on 9/4/2024

DRW

DRW

1,001-5,000 employees

Proprietary trading and risk management firm

Quantitative Finance
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$150k - $250kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Hardware Engineering
Computer Hardware Engineering
Required Skills
PowerShell
Bash
Python
CUDA
C/C++
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in compute benchmarking, stress testing, and performance analysis.
  • Proficiency with benchmarking tools such as 3DMark, CUDA, OpenCL benchmarks, FurMark, MSI Kombustor, SPECviewperf, Unigine Heaven, and Superposition Benchmark.
  • Strong understanding of GPU clusters architectures and relevant performance metrics.
  • Experience with using the driver APIs to get the raw data directly
  • Strong programming and scripting skills, including experience with Python, C/C++, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and environments.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement comprehensive test plans to evaluate GPUs under prolonged heavy workloads using stress testing software.
  • Monitor key metrics such as frame rates, temperature, peak and average power consumption, Peak Flops, Sustained Flops, cross-node bandwidth, and stability over time.
  • Benchmark GPUs using industry-standard benchmarking tools to measure and analyze performance.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and technical excellence.
  • Conduct baseline tests on new GPUs to establish initial performance benchmarks.
  • Track performance metrics over time to detect and analyze any degradation.
  • Utilize GPU driver APIs to collect low-level telemetry during various operational conditions.
  • Compare performance metrics across different cluster configurations to identify comparative strengths and weaknesses.
  • Perform statistical analyses to ensure the validity and reliability of the test results.
  • Repeat tests to ensure consistency and accuracy of data.
  • Prepare detailed reports outlining test setups, methodologies, and data-driven conclusions.
  • Clearly communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to team members and stakeholders.
  • Configure, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure for automation, orchestration, and integration.
  • Utilize cloud computing resources to create scalable and efficient testing environments.
  • Optimize cloud platform usage for benchmarking and data analysis tasks.

RGM Advisors engages in proprietary trading using its own capital to operate in various financial markets. The firm focuses on developing trading strategies that utilize advanced technology and data analytics to manage risk and pursue high returns. By serving institutional clients such as hedge funds and investment banks, RGM Advisors maintains a flexible business model that allows it to trade its own money, rather than clients' funds. This approach enables better risk management and the ability to generate revenue through trading profits, achieved by employing sophisticated algorithms and market-making strategies. RGM Advisors is distinguished by its global presence and its commitment to attracting top talent, providing them with the tools needed to excel and rewarding exceptional performance.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2001

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Machine learning algorithms enhance predictive accuracy and risk management in trading.
  • DeFi platforms offer new opportunities for higher returns in crypto-assets.
  • Quantum computing revolutionizes trading strategies with faster, complex data analysis.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from algorithmic trading firms may erode DRW's market share.
  • Cryptocurrency market volatility poses risks to DRW's crypto-assets strategy.
  • Talent war in tech and finance sectors may impact DRW's ability to retain top talent.

What makes DRW unique

  • DRW combines technology, research, and risk management for diversified trading opportunities.
  • They operate using their own capital, allowing quick pivots to capture opportunities.
  • DRW has expanded into real estate, venture capital, and crypto-assets.

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Benefits

Daily catered breakfast & lunch

Massages

Social events

Gym subsidy

Flexible work arrangements

Monthly tastings

Game room

On-site yoga classes and meditation

Employee led affinity groups

Mentor/mentee outings

Trivia nights

Educational opportunities

DRW-sponsored sports teams

Poker tournament

Private mother's suite

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