[Remote] Senior NPU Architect

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EnCharge AI is a leader in advanced AI hardware and software systems for edge-to-cloud computing. They are seeking a Senior NPU Architect to collaborate with a team to define and optimize key features in their AI accelerator, focusing on performance and efficiency for AI/ML workloads.ResponsibilitiesDefine and develop the spec, architecture, and micro-architecture of key architecture modules (such as the in-memory compute unit, on-chip network, and memory orchestration units) based on the requirements of the workloads and software deployment flowContribute to the modeling of aforementioned key architecture modules in our C++ simulation framework to ensure a functional implementation of the featuresCollaborate with the design verification team to deliver a strategy and infrastructure for the testing of the architecture features within said modulesWork with the software team and other architects to analyze the performance and efficiency of the architecture modules for key workloads, identify performance bottlenecks, and guide architectural decisionsStay up to date with the latest trends and research in AI workloads, architectures, and applications to help define a path for the future generations of architecturesSkillsBS or MS in EE, CS, or a related field with 5-8 years of relevant experienceUnderstanding in computer architecture, digital design, and micro-architecture conceptsFamiliarity with AI/ML algorithms, frameworks, and workloadsProgramming experience in C/C++ and PythonExperience with HDLs such as Verilog or System VerilogPh.D. in a related field with 2-4 years of relevant experienceCompany OverviewEnCharge AI designs analog in-memory-computing AI chips and develops AI systems for AI computing. It was founded in 2022, and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://enchargeai.com.Company H1B SponsorshipEnCharge AI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 4 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 1 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.