AI Software Development Engineer

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About This Role

  • We are looking for an experienced AI Software Development Engineer to drive end-to-end optimization of AI inference workloads on Intel GPUs.
  • This is a vertical workload optimization role spanning graph compilation, runtime execution, and low-level GPU kernels, delivering measurable performance improvements for modern AI models.
  • Key Responsibilities • Optimize emerging AI inference workloads such as Large Language Models (LLMs) and Diffusion models on GPUs • Develop and optimize graph-based compilation flows (e.g., MLIR/LLVM) for neural network workloads • Write and tune performance-critical GPU kernels and runtime code in C++ or parallel programming languages • Identify and resolve bottlenecks across compiler, runtime, and kernel layers • Profile, benchmark, and characterize AI workloads to validate performance gains • Collaborate with hardware, driver, and framework teams on hardware/software co-optimization What We're Looking for Professional traits: • Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong attention to detail Qualifications: Qualifications Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience in Computer Science or a related field The experience must include: • Strong C++ development and debugging skills • Solid understanding of GPU architectures or AI accelerators • Hands-on experience with modern neural network architecture for inference on hardware accelerators Preferred Qualifications • PhD and 1+ years of relevant experience • Experience optimizing end-to-end real-world AI workloads • Familiarity with OpenVINO or other AI inference frameworks • Knowledge of neural network optimization techniques and performance tradeoffs • Experience across multiple layers of the AI software stack, including: AI inference engines or runtimes Graph compilers (e.g., MLIR/LLVM) GPU kernels or performance critical compute code • Performance profiling and workload analysis Requirements listed would be obtained through a combination of industry relevant job experience, internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research.

Benefits

  • We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry.
  • It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.
  • Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel .
  • Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $170,500.00-240,710.00 USD The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations.
  • Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
  • Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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