AI Kernel Engineer

Pune, IndiaPosted Jan 24, 2026
AI Kernel EngineerOn-siteSoftware EngineeringFull timePune, Maharashtra, IndiaShare this job DescriptionQuadric has created an innovative general purpose neural processing unit (GPNPU) architecture. Quadric's co-optimized software and hardware is targeted to run neural network (NN) inference workloads in a wide variety of edge and endpoint devices, ranging from battery operated smart-sensor systems to high-performance automotive or autonomous vehicle systems. Unlike other NPUs or neural network accelerators in the industry today that can only accelerate a portion of a machine learning graph, the Quadric GPNPU executes both NN graph code and conventional C++ DSP and control code.RoleThe AI Kernel Engineer in Quadric plays the key role to enable a large number of AI kernels/operators to run efficiently on the Quadric platform. The AI Kernel Engineer at Quadric will [1] develop a highly efficient Quadric kernel library for a variety of AI/LLM models; [2] analyze the performance and optimize the kernel for different hardware configurations; This senior technical role demands deep knowledge of hardware architecture, compiler toolchain and optimization techniques.ResponsibilitiesDevelop AI/LLM kernels/operators on Quadric platform for efficient inferenceOptimize the kernel performance for different hardware configurations and workloadsProfile and analyze kernel performance in terms of compute, data and parallelism; identify micro-architecture and software bottlenecks and provide optimization solutionsOptimize kernel C/C++ codes, maximize hardware utilizationCollaborate across related areas of the AI inference stack to support team and business prioritiesMake Improvement to Quadric toolchain, compiler and runtimeProvide technical support and documents to customers and developer communityRequirementsBachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science and/or Electric Engineering5+ years of experience in AI kernel development and optimizationexperience with model and kernel inference performance profilingexperience with at least one of the following compute development: CUDA, DSP, NEON, Triton-langProficiency in C/C++ and Python, experience with assembly language a plusDemonstrate good capability in problem solving, debug and communicationBenefitsProvide competitive salaries and meaningful equityProvide a politics free community for the brilliant minds who want to make an immediate impactProvide an opportunity for you to build long term career relationshipsFoster an environment that allows for lasting personal relationships alongside professional oneFounded in 2016 and based in downtown Burlingame, California, Quadric is building the world’s first supercomputer designed for the real-time needs of edge devices. Quadric aims to empower developers in every industry with superpowers to create tomorrow’s technology, today. The company was co-founded by technologists from MIT and Carnegie Mellon, who were previously the technical co-founders of the Bitcoin computing company 21.Quadric is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, or disability or any.By submitting an application, you acknowledge that Quadric will collect and process your personal information as part of the hiring process. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we handle your data.Apply for this jobThis website uses cookies to improve user’s experience, personalise ads and analyse traffic. You can accept all cookies, decline all optional cookies, or manage your cookie settings. To learn more, view our cookies policy.Cookies settingsAccept allDecline all

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