Director, Host Software Engineering – AI/HPC

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Lead and expand a high-performing host software team dedicated to systems-level programming and ecosystem integration.

• Cultivate a culture of technical ownership among engineers.

• Offer mentorship and career growth opportunities for technical team members.

• Guide the team in utilizing modern development tools and AI-enhanced workflows.

• Oversee the technical definition and delivery of the host software stack.

• Supervise the development of Linux kernel-mode drivers with an emphasis on low-latency performance.

• Direct the creation of user-mode libraries and protocol state machines.

• Ensure optimal performance for AI/HPC frameworks.

• Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and switch software teams.

• Manage the planning, prioritization, and execution of host software deliverables across various release cycles.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 8 years of experience in high-performance systems programming in C/C++ on Linux.

• Previous experience in technical leadership or management positions.

• Strong grasp of Linux kernel internals, networking transport protocols, and HPC/AI communication middleware and applications.

• Practical experience with high-performance networking concepts, RDMA, or communication middleware.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills suitable for both technical and executive audiences.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Retirement plans

• Paid time off

• Flexible work arrangements

• Professional development

• Bonuses

• Open Time Off (OTO)

• 401(k) with company match

• Generous paid holidays

• Accidental injury insurance

• Pet insurance