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Manager, Kernel Software

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As a Manager, Kernel Software, you will lead a team of engineers at the intersection of hardware and software, developing high-performance solutions for cutting-edge AI and HPC workloads. You will collaborate with leaders from industry and academia to co-design software that fully harnesses the capabilities of our custom, massively parallel processor architecture. In this dual-role position, you will guide the technical roadmap, oversee the design and optimization of deep learning operations, and ensure the delivery of robust, high-performing kernel libraries. You will also manage and mentor a team of talented engineers, supporting their growth and fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to scale training workloads and deliver breakthroughs in performance and efficiency.

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  • Lead the design and development of high-performance ML and linear algebra kernels for the Cerebras WSE using parallel programming techniques
  • Guide a team building optimized low-level routines in assembly and a domain-specific C-like language
  • Use performance modeling to inform design and optimization decisions
  • Drive test development to ensure correctness and performance of kernel libraries
  • Evolve kernel architecture to support emerging ML models and workloads
  • Collaborate with hardware architects to influence future system design
  • Mentor engineers and foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
  • Proven experience leading technical teams, including mentoring engineers, setting technical direction, and driving execution
  • Strong understanding of hardware architecture concepts and willingness to dive into new system architectures
  • Proficiency in C++ and Python
  • experience with low-level systems programming
  • Familiarity with library/API development best practices and performance optimization
  • Excellent debugging skills across complex, layered software stacks

Nice to have:

  • Experience leading teams in kernel development, performance optimization, or low-level systems programming
  • Strong background in parallel algorithms and distributed memory systems
  • Hands-on experience with accelerators such as GPUs, FPGAs, or other custom hardware
  • Familiarity with machine learning workloads and frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch
  • Understanding of HPC kernels and strategies for optimizing them on modern architectures
What we offer:
  • Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU
  • Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research
  • Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world
  • Enjoy job stability with startup vitality
  • Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs

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Job Posted:
February 17, 2026

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