GPU Software Architect
Intel CorporationJob Title
GPU Software Architect
Role Summary
As a Principal Engineer on the Data Center Group Software Architecture team, you will lead architecture and design of GPU software across the stack - drivers, firmware, APIs, algorithms and applications - and drive hardware–software co-design and technical strategy for Intel’s GPU platform.
Work focuses on power/performance architecture, scalable software solutions, and mentoring technical leaders to deliver production-ready GPU software for data center and client products.
Experience Level
Senior - typically requires 10+ years of industry experience (see Education Requirements for degree/experience combinations).
Responsibilities
Design, guide, and oversee development of GPU software and related firmware across the stack.
- Architect scalable, high-performance GPU software: drivers, APIs, runtimes and applications.
- Research and design power-management techniques for GPUs and SoCs to balance sustained and burst performance.
- Define firmware/software algorithms and interfaces; drive hardware–software co-design and codesign efforts.
- Lead pathfinding and exploration of emerging GPU technologies and architectures.
- Mentor and develop technical leaders; align technical vision with organizational strategy and execution.
Requirements
Core technical requirements and other conditions for the role.
- Experience in power-management architecture in the GPU/CPU domain and algorithms for balancing power and performance for complex GPU workloads, including pre/post-silicon tuning.
- Strong understanding of 3D, compute and media pipelines to analyze firmware and software flows.
- Experience interpreting graphics driver requirements and designing drivers based on hardware, OS, or industry specifications.
- Strong operating system architecture knowledge and kernel-mode / low-level programming skills.
- Experience with hardware–software co-design and defining interfaces between firmware, software, and hardware.
- Strong communication and cross-team collaboration skills; ability to influence technical strategy.
- Position of Trust: role requires consent to and successful completion of an extended background investigation.
Education Requirements
Candidate must have at least a Bachelor’s degree with 10–15 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 10–12 years of experience in graphics and media low-level technologies.
About the Company
Company: Intel Corporation
Headquarters: Santa Clara, California, USA
Intel Corporation is a leading multinational technology company known for its innovative semiconductor solutions, including microprocessors, artificial intelligence accelerators, and memory products. Headquartered in the United States, Intel focuses on cutting-edge technology and a collaborative working environment, driving advancements in semiconductor manufacturing to meet global demands. The company emphasizes professional development and aims to shape the future of technology through groundbreaking designs.
