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Machine Learning Hardware/Software Codesign Engineer

Akeana
April 20, 2026
On-site
Level - Mid-Career

Role Summary

The Machine Learning Hardware/Software Codesign Engineer will be a key player in designing and optimizing machine learning accelerators alongside software infrastructure in a startup environment.

Experience Level

Mid-level to Senior position; a Master’s or PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline (Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, or Computer Engineering) is required.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing software architecture and APIs for high-performance extensible software.
  • Conducting performance, power, and accuracy analyses on various deep learning techniques.
  • Optimizing deep learning models, particularly for on-device inference.
  • Collaborating with team members on performance analysis of hardware and software stacks.
  • Prototyping innovative solutions to improve inference performance.

Requirements

Must-have skills include:

  • Strong background in Python/PyTorch with hands-on machine learning experience.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming and software design.
  • Knowledge of computer architecture (CPU and GPU) and performance modeling.
  • Experience with ML systems for on-device inference.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice-to-have skills include:

  • Experience moving models from PyTorch into MLIR.
  • Familiarity with Triton and TensorRT.

Education Requirements

Master’s or PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline (Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, or Computer Engineering).


About the Company

Company: Akeana

Headquarters: Santa Clara, CA, USA

Akeana is a start-up specializing in processor design, with a team experienced in developing state-of-the-art products. Their expertise spans multiple architectures, including Risc-V, ARM, and x86, with backgrounds from prominent companies in the semiconductor industry. Funded by top-tier venture capitalists and industry leaders, Akeana focuses on innovative RTL design and micro-architecture development.

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Date Posted: 2026-04-20