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Posted on 4/4/2024

Rivos

Rivos

201-500 employees

Develops custom RISC-V server solutions

Consulting
Hardware
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$185k - $194kAnnually

Mid

Santa Clara, CA, USA

Requires onsite presence in Santa Clara, CA for hybrid work arrangement.

Category
Embedded Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Data Structures & Algorithms
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Master’s or foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field
  • 1 year of experience in job offered or related occupation
  • Must have at least 6 months of prior internship or work experience in each of the following: Python and C++, Constructing algorithms for specific hardware using machine learning or deep learning techniques, Hardware-software co-design on embedded boards or chips to get high performance on real-time computing
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for writing high performance code and verifying the performance against hardware for deep learning and AI workloads
  • Run benchmarks or key customer workloads under simulation to identify performance bottlenecks and optimize them
  • Debug and optimize compiler back-ends for the RISC-V architecture
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Silicon design, architecture experts, and other teams across the company
  • Develop drivers for various IP blocks in embedded environments and in the Linux kernel for the development boards using lab equipment
  • Work with the silicon team to craft specifications for the future product chips and build software to run on the chips and boards
  • Create and maintain CI for the existing repos used by the software team

Rivos develops high-performance and power-efficient server solutions using RISC-V, an open-source hardware instruction set architecture. Their custom hardware is designed to meet the specific needs of enterprise clients, including data centers and cloud service providers, who require reliable systems for extensive data processing and storage. Rivos stands out from competitors by utilizing RISC-V technology, which allows for greater flexibility and customization compared to traditional proprietary solutions. The company's goal is to provide tailored, cost-effective server products and related services that enhance performance and integration within clients' IT infrastructures.

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$250M

Headquarters

Santa Clara, California

Founded

2021

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rivos' recent funding round of over $250M provides substantial capital for R&D and market expansion.
  • The company's focus on RISC-V technology allows for cost-effective and highly customizable server solutions, appealing to enterprise clients with specific needs.
  • Rivos' entry into the AI and data analytics markets offers significant growth potential and the opportunity to undercut established players like Nvidia.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in the server and AI chip markets is intense, with established giants like Nvidia posing significant challenges.
  • Rivos' reliance on the relatively new and evolving RISC-V architecture may present integration and adoption hurdles for potential clients.

What makes Rivos unique

  • Rivos leverages the open-source RISC-V architecture, offering flexibility and customization that proprietary solutions lack.
  • The company's focus on high-performance, power-efficient, and secure server solutions specifically tailored for enterprise clients sets it apart from more generalized competitors.
  • Rivos' significant funding, including over $250M raised, positions it to aggressively innovate and compete in the AI and data analytics markets.

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