Triton Compiler Engineer
Intel CorporationJob Title
Triton Compiler Engineer
Role Summary
Develop and maintain front-end and back-end components of the Triton compiler for Intel GPUs to enable highly efficient custom GPU kernels used by AI frameworks.
Work within a compiler and tools team, collaborating with hardware design teams, compiler partners, and open-source programming communities to design, implement, test, and release compiler features and optimizations.
Experience Level
Senior — role expects substantial prior experience. Typical experience guidance from the posting: 8+ years with a Bachelor's, 6+ years with a Master's, or 4+ years with a PhD in a relevant field.
Responsibilities
The core responsibilities focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining compiler and tooling components for Triton and related toolchains.
- Design, develop, test, debug, release, and maintain compiler front-end and back-end components for Triton.
- Implement code generation and optimization passes for supported GPU kernels.
- Collaborate with hardware design teams and compiler development partners to ensure correct and efficient code generation for Intel GPUs.
- Engage with open-source communities and participate in language and standards groups as needed.
- Maintain development workflows and contribute to repository-based development and reviews.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and experience; preferred items follow.
- Proficiency in C, C++, and Python.
- Experience with compiler stages, code generation, and optimization techniques.
- Practical experience in GPU programming for AI workloads.
- Familiarity with GitHub-based development workflows.
- Understanding of PyTorch attention mechanisms used in transformer models.
Nice-to-have:
- Experience with LLVM, MLIR, and Triton compiler architecture.
Education Requirements
Posting specifies degree-based options: Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (with 8+ years relevant experience); Master's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (with 6+ years); or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field (with 4+ years). "Related field" indicates comparable technical degrees in computing, engineering, or similar disciplines. No specific certifications were listed.
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.
