Electrical Engineering Intern at Etched | San Jose

About EtchedAt Etched, we are pioneering the development of the world’s first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers. Our technology achieves over ten times the performance, with significantly reduced costs and latency compared to traditional systems like the B200. With our custom ASICs, we empower the creation of groundbreaking products, such as real-time video generation models and highly sophisticated reasoning agents. Supported by substantial investment from top-tier venture capitalists and a team of elite engineers, Etched is at the forefront of revolutionizing the infrastructure for the fastest-growing industry in history.Job SummaryAs we expand our operations, we are seeking a passionate Technical Recruiter (Supercomputing/ML) to take charge of crucial, relationship-focused segments of our recruitment process. This is an exceptional chance to help shape the future of a company on the brink of becoming the next NVIDIA. To ensure we maintain our competitive advantage heading into production, we are looking for a data-driven and innovative recruiter. In this role, you will collaborate closely with hiring managers, engineers, and the wider recruitment team to identify, engage, and secure top-tier technical talent.This position is perfect for someone who flourishes in dynamic, high-caliber environments and relishes the challenge of discovering talent—especially through non-traditional sourcing methods.We welcome applications for both full-time positions in San Jose and remote contract roles.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the entire recruitment cycle, from sourcing candidates to extending offers, ensuring high-quality candidates and rapid, informed decision-making.Develop strong partnerships with hiring managers, advocating for both candidate and organizational needs.Proactively build candidate pipelines by attending AI meetups, technical conferences, and community events.Source candidates from unconventional platforms such as GitHub repositories, arXiv preprint authors, Apache mailing list contributors, and insightful Twitter discussions.Facilitate structured interview loops, monitor candidate performance, and lead debriefs with hiring managers and company leadership.Assist in managing offers and the closing process in collaboration with hiring managers and the CEO.Continuously refine our recruitment systems, workflows, and candidate experience.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the development of the world's first AI inference system meticulously designed for transformers, achieving over 10x the performance while significantly reducing costs and latency compared to traditional systems like the B200. Our innovative ASIC technology enables the creation of groundbreaking products that are unachievable with GPUs, including real-time video generation models and highly sophisticated reasoning agents. With substantial backing from leading investors and a team of top-tier engineers, Etched is transforming the foundational infrastructure for one of the fastest-growing industries of our time.Job SummaryAt Etched, we are constructing large-scale AI systems that will facilitate quicker, more efficient inference for billions of users. Our Supercomputing team is integral to this mission. We are on the lookout for a talented and driven Supercomputing Engineer to join our team, where you'll play a key role in developing the essential software that powers our cluster-scale AI compute deployments. This position involves the creation, integration, and troubleshooting of vital system components, focusing on control-plane software, system initialization, telemetry, orchestration primitives, and optimizing performance at the hardware-software interface.

About EtchedEtched is at the forefront of innovation, developing the world's first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers. Our technology delivers over 10x the performance while significantly reducing cost and latency compared to traditional solutions like the B200. With our customized ASICs, we enable groundbreaking products, such as real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents. Supported by substantial backing from top-tier investors and a team of elite engineers, Etched is revolutionizing the infrastructure for the rapidly evolving AI industry.Job SummaryAs we expand our operations, we are seeking a Technical Recruiter to spearhead some of the most impactful and relationship-focused aspects of our recruitment efforts. This is a unique chance to influence the trajectory of a company on the verge of becoming a leader in AI technology. To preserve our competitive advantage ahead of production, we require a data-savvy and innovative recruiter. You will collaborate closely with hiring managers, engineers, and our recruitment team to identify, engage, and secure top-tier technical talent.This position is perfect for someone who excels in dynamic, high-intensity environments and relishes the challenge of sourcing talent through unconventional avenues.What You’ll DoOversee the complete recruitment cycle, from sourcing to offer acceptance, ensuring high-quality candidates are engaged and expedited decision-making is maintained.Forge strong partnerships with hiring managers, acting as an advocate for both candidate and organizational needs.Participate in AI meetups, technical conferences, and community events to proactively cultivate candidate pipelines.Source candidates in innovative ways—such as GitHub repositories, preprint authors on arXiv, contributors to Apache mailing lists, or insightful Twitter discussions.Facilitate structured interview processes, monitor candidate performance, and lead debrief sessions with hiring managers and leadership.Manage the offer and closing processes in partnership with hiring managers and the CEO.Continuously refine our recruitment systems, processes, and candidate experiences to enhance efficiency and engagement.You may be a good fit if you have5+ years of experience in recruiting technical talent within competitive markets.A profound ability to evaluate and engage with candidates across various platforms, including social media and professional networks.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the development of the world’s first AI inference system uniquely designed for transformers, achieving over 10x the performance and significantly reduced cost and latency compared to traditional systems like the B200. Our innovative ASIC technology empowers the creation of groundbreaking products, including real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents with extensive depth and parallel processing capabilities. Supported by substantial investments from leading venture capitalists and staffed by top-tier engineers, Etched is transforming the infrastructure landscape within one of the fastest-growing industries globally.Job SummaryIn the Supercomputing Internship, you will engage in the design, development, and deployment of machine learning system software essential for the operation of rack-scale systems. Your responsibilities will encompass enhancing network performance, creating telemetry systems, processing data pipelines, and analyzing system-wide health and performance metrics. You will also contribute to the deployment and validation of software frameworks and hardware, ensuring secure and efficient systems capable of handling data center-scale machine learning workloads.

About EtchedEtched is at the forefront of innovation, creating the world’s first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers. Our technology delivers over 10x the performance and significantly reduces cost and latency compared to traditional systems like the B200. With our advanced ASICs, we empower the development of groundbreaking products including real-time video generation models and highly sophisticated chain-of-thought reasoning agents. Supported by substantial investment from top-tier VCs and staffed by a team of elite engineers, Etched is reshaping the infrastructure for the fastest-growing industry in history.Job SummaryWe are on the lookout for a driven and detail-oriented Supercomputing Engineer (Test) to join our dynamic team. This integral position is crucial for maintaining the reliability and stability of our high-performance inference server hardware and software. In this role, you will design, develop, and execute comprehensive burn-in test suites, analyze test results, and collaborate closely with both hardware and software engineering teams at Etched and our ODM partners to swiftly identify and rectify potential issues. You will play a vital role in ensuring that our server products uphold the highest quality standards before reaching our valued customers.Key ResponsibilitiesTest Development: Craft, develop, and implement automated burn-in test suites utilizing common scripting languages (Python, Go, Bash) and testing frameworks, covering all facets of System Operation including boot sequences, root-of-trust, system management, workload deployment, and performance.Test Execution: Conduct burn-in tests on server hardware, monitor system performance and health, and interpret test results.Failure Analysis: Delve into and troubleshoot hardware and software failures uncovered during testing, delivering detailed reports and mitigation strategies.Collaboration: Engage with both internal and external hardware and software engineering teams to pinpoint root causes of failures and implement corrective measures.Test Infrastructure: Aid in the creation and upkeep of the burn-in testing infrastructure, encompassing portable test environments and automation tools operable in any setting.Documentation: Generate and maintain thorough documentation for test plans, test cases, and results.Performance Analysis: Evaluate system performance metrics to identify areas for enhancement.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the world’s first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, achieving over 10x greater performance and significantly reduced cost and latency compared to a B200. With Etched ASICs, you have the opportunity to create products previously thought impossible with GPUs, including real-time video generation models and highly advanced chain-of-thought reasoning agents. Supported by substantial investments from top-tier investors and a team of elite engineers, Etched is revolutionizing the infrastructure layer for one of the fastest-growing industries in history.Job SummaryIn the role of IT Engineer at Etched, you will play a pivotal part in fostering an environment where our teams can operate at peak efficiency. Acting as a reliable source of support, you will ensure our high-performance engineering and operational environments function smoothly, allowing teams to innovate without hindrances. Your responsibilities will encompass driving productivity across the company, equipping engineers with the necessary tools and infrastructure for rapid progress, and promoting a culture of operational excellence throughout all systems. From facilitating advanced chip development workflows to optimizing everyday IT operations, you will help maintain our momentum in creating transformative AI solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesComprehensive IT Support:Deliver hands-on IT support across the organization, including ASIC design teams, software and platform engineering, business operations, and scalable computing teams.Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure uninterrupted access in alignment with engineering and leadership workflows.Maintain detailed documentation of IT assets, systems, access protocols, and ticket workflows.Device & Endpoint Management:Administer both on-site and remote laptops, desktops, and networking equipment with a focus on usability, security, and remote management capabilities.Implement and manage MDM and MAM solutions for Mac and Windows devices.Deploy and maintain antivirus, antimalware, Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), and Extended Detection & Response (XDR) solutions.Facilitate hardware procurement, staging, imaging, and maintenance for development and operational teams.Identity & Access Management:Manage identity and access protocols to ensure secure and efficient access to company resources.

About EtchedAt Etched, we are pioneering an innovative AI inference system specifically designed for transformer architectures, achieving over ten times the performance while significantly reducing costs and latency compared to traditional solutions. Our cutting-edge ASIC technology enables the development of groundbreaking products, including real-time video generation models and sophisticated reasoning agents capable of deep, parallel thought processes. With substantial backing from leading investors and a team of top-tier engineers, Etched is at the forefront of redefining the infrastructure for the rapidly expanding AI industry.As we continue to grow, we seek a dedicated Recruiting Coordinator to enhance our talent acquisition efforts. This position offers a unique chance to influence the trajectory of a company poised to rival industry giants like NVIDIA.Key Responsibilities:Interview Scheduling & Logistics:Facilitate end-to-end interview scheduling for diverse hiring requirements.Oversee organizational logistics for onsite interviews.Welcome candidates onsite, ensuring a positive experience.Serve as the primary planner for scheduling and interviews.Candidate Experience:Foster a seamless and positive experience for candidates throughout the process.Maintain clear and professional communication with candidates, both written and verbal.Coordinate candidate travel and reimbursement, both domestic and international.Collaborate with Executive Operations to enhance the experience for senior and executive candidates.Operational Support:Collaborate with recruiters, sourcers, and hiring managers to optimize processes.Utilize tools such as Ashby, G-Suite, Notion, and Slack effectively.Address and resolve operational challenges in recruiting through data analysis and collaboration.Adapt to a dynamic and evolving work environment.Representative Projects:Overseeing the scheduling of a high-volume interview pipeline.Coordinating intricate travel arrangements for international candidates.Troubleshooting and resolving scheduling conflicts efficiently.Improving onboarding procedures for new hires.

About Etched Etched builds AI inference systems tailored for transformers, delivering over 10x the performance of traditional approaches while cutting costs and latency. The company’s custom ASICs make possible new products, such as real-time video generation models and advanced deep reasoning agents, that were previously out of reach. Backed by major investors and a team of experienced engineers, Etched is changing the landscape of AI infrastructure. DFT Intern – San Jose Role Overview The DFT Intern will help review and improve Design-for-Test (DFT) flow automation to support chip-level regression on Etched’s Caelius platform. This role works closely with both frontend and backend design teams, supports DFT verification (including MBIST, Scan, BSCAN, and SSN simulations), and helps develop flows for ATPG fault models. Prior DFT experience is not required, but the ability to learn quickly and work independently is important. What You Will Do Review and enhance automation for DFT flows Collaborate with frontend and backend design teams Contribute to DFT verification, including MBIST, Scan, BSCAN, and SSN simulations Develop flows for various ATPG fault models What We Look For Ability to learn quickly in a self-directed setting Interest in working with advanced ASIC platforms Willingness to collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams No prior DFT experience required

About EtchedAt Etched, we are pioneering the development of the world’s first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, achieving over ten times higher performance along with significantly reduced costs and latencies compared to traditional B200 systems. Our innovative ASIC technology empowers the creation of groundbreaking products, including real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents capable of deep and parallel chain-of-thought processes. Supported by substantial investments from top-tier VCs and a team of expert engineers, Etched is transforming the infrastructure landscape of the fastest-growing industry in history.Job SummaryAs an Infrastructure Intern, you will play a crucial role in the evolution and implementation of next-generation infrastructure tools. Your contributions will enable our ASIC, software, and platform engineers to innovate more swiftly, enhance reliability, and expand the frontiers of AI performance. Your responsibilities will include working on hybrid-cloud high-performance computing (HPC) clusters, executing massively parallel continuous integration processes, implementing Infrastructure-as-Code, developing a scalable observability platform integrated with large language models, and creating high-quality tools that engineers will enjoy using.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the first AI inference system specifically designed for transformer models, achieving over 10 times the performance with significantly lower cost and latency compared to traditional GPUs. Our ASICs enable groundbreaking applications such as real-time video generation and advanced reasoning agents, making previously impossible innovations a reality. Supported by substantial investments from top-tier investors and a team of leading engineers, Etched is reshaping the infrastructure landscape of the rapidly expanding AI industry.Job SummaryAs an RTL Intern at Etched, you will play an integral role in designing microarchitecture and implementing logic using Verilog. You will engage with state-of-the-art machine learning architectures, contribute to RTL block development, and participate in all design phases—from microarchitecture discussions to synthesis and timing analysis. Prior experience in ML/AI hardware is not a prerequisite; what matters most is your eagerness to learn and adapt in our dynamic, high-autonomy environment.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the development of the world's first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, achieving over 10x the performance, with significantly reduced costs and latency compared to traditional solutions like B200. By utilizing Etched ASICs, we enable the creation of groundbreaking products that were previously unattainable with GPUs, such as real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents capable of deep and parallel thought processes. Supported by substantial investment from top-tier investors and powered by a team of leading engineers, Etched is reshaping the infrastructure layer for the most rapidly evolving industry in history.Job SummaryAt Etched, our mission revolves around cultivating a secure yet frictionless computing environment. As a Security Engineer, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the networks, systems, and applications that empower our engineers to maximize the potential of AI hardware. Your responsibilities will include designing, implementing, and managing the monitoring, detection, and response infrastructure that protects Etched’s intellectual property, high-performance computing clusters, and developer workflows in both on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborating with infrastructure, IT, application, and external provider teams, you will help create systems that are secure by design, resilient under pressure, and user-friendly for all stakeholders.This position requires a blend of technical expertise and a strong emphasis on scalability and automation. You will take ownership of Etched's security posture across infrastructure, IT, and applications, spearheading proactive threat detection, real-time monitoring, and swift incident response. Your decisions will consistently aim to balance maintaining high operational velocity while enhancing our security and defensive capabilities. You will develop tools, automation processes, and workflows that adapt to our rapidly expanding operations, ensuring that security supports rather than obstructs innovation. If you are driven by precision, accountability, and the desire to make an impact, you will find Etched to be the perfect environment to advance your skills and contribute to the future of AI computing.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee and strengthen security baselines across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud systems, ensuring robust protection while preserving speed and usability.Incorporate telemetry, logging, tracing, and management of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data throughout the entire ecosystem to provide comprehensive observability into infrastructure and application activities.Lead the efforts in vulnerability management, patching, and compliance...

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the construction of the world's first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers. Our innovative technology delivers more than 10 times the performance while significantly lowering costs and latency compared to traditional systems like the B200. With Etched's ASICs, you can create groundbreaking products that were previously unattainable with GPUs, such as real-time video generation models and advanced deep reasoning agents capable of complex thought processes. Supported by substantial investments from premier investors and a team of top engineers, Etched is on a mission to transform the infrastructure layer of the fastest growing industry in history.Job SummaryWe are on the lookout for a highly driven, intelligent, and versatile Component Engineer to guarantee that the components central to our systems—from voltage regulator modules (VRMs) to high-speed connectors—adhere to our standards for performance, manufacturability, long-term supply stability, and reliability at scale. This role will report directly to the Head of Quality and Reliability, with a strong collaboration with the Electrical Engineering R&D team.This position is crucial for scaling our data center infrastructure design and production, strategically positioned at the nexus of electrical engineering, quality assurance, supply chain management, and manufacturing. The Component Engineer will be responsible for maintaining the technical and lifecycle integrity of electronic components utilized in Etched's compute trays, IO boards, mezzanine cards, and associated subsystems. By spearheading evaluation and qualification initiatives and resolving supply chain challenges, this role is key to accelerating design and production timelines.

About Etched Etched builds the first AI inference system tailored for transformers. The company’s custom ASICs deliver over 10x the performance of standard solutions, with lower costs and latency than a B200. These chips enable products like real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents. Etched is backed by major investors and staffed by engineers focused on reshaping AI infrastructure. Role Overview: Design Verification Engineer - SoC This San Jose-based role sits within the Systems and Performance Verification team. The Design Verification Engineer ensures Etched’s custom IPs, including systolic arrays, DMA engines, and NoCs, are ready for silicon. The work spans verifying performance, collaborating with architects and designers, and supporting the entire hardware-software stack. Expect to tackle complex verification challenges alongside colleagues in architecture, RTL, and software/firmware. What You Will Do Work with architects and RTL designers to verify performance features against models, both before and after silicon. Collaborate with software teams to spot and resolve performance bottlenecks. Create test plans and develop tools for performance tuning, correlation, and verification. Maintain and improve architectural performance models. Write tests in SystemVerilog, Python, or vectors to debug and align RTL with performance models. Develop checkers in SystemVerilog or Python to verify performance features. Implement coverage monitors and analyze results to ensure thorough testing. Investigate and tune performance issues on silicon. Lead end-to-end performance tuning to optimize hardware use, software efficiency, and architectural fit across the ASIC design lifecycle. What Makes a Strong Candidate Understanding of digital design, RTL, and ASIC design flows. Hands-on experience with performance verification tools and methodologies. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Comfort working on several projects at once and adapting to shifting priorities.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the development of the world’s first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, achieving performance metrics that exceed standard models by over 10x while significantly decreasing costs and latency compared to traditional GPUs. With our cutting-edge ASIC technology, we empower the creation of groundbreaking products, such as real-time video generation models and advanced reasoning agents that feature deep and parallel processing capabilities. Supported by substantial investments from leading venture capitalists and a team of top-tier engineers, Etched is at the forefront of transforming the infrastructure landscape in the rapidly evolving AI sector.Job SummaryWe are looking for enthusiastic and talented Supercomputing Engineers (Network) to enhance our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves the development, qualification, and optimization of high-performance networking solutions tailored for extensive inference workloads. As a Pod Software Engineer, your focus will be on creating and validating software that facilitates communication between Sohu inference nodes across multi-rack clusters. You will work in close collaboration with kernel, platform, and telemetry teams to maximize the efficiency of peer-to-peer RDMA communications.Key ResponsibilitiesHigh Performance Peer to Peer Networking: Conceptualize, develop, and implement RDMA-based networking solutions that enable high bandwidth and low latency communication across PCIe nodes, both within and between racks. This role encompasses work across operating systems, kernel drivers, embedded software, and system software.Test Development: Create and implement tests to validate host processors (x86), NICs, TORs, and device network interfaces for optimal performance.Burn-in Integration: Provide burn-in teams with testing frameworks that simulate real-world use cases and workloads for device-to-device networking, including extreme-load stress testing.Performance/Health Telemetry Design: Establish key metrics that system software should gather to ensure high availability and performance under demanding communication workloads.Representative ProjectsEvaluate performance deviations, refine network stack configurations, and suggest kernel tuning parameters for low-latency, high-bandwidth inference workloads.Design and execute automated qualification tests for RDMA NICs and interconnects across a variety of server configurations.Identify and troubleshoot network-related issues to enhance overall system performance.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the world's first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, offering over 10x greater performance while significantly reducing costs and latency compared to traditional options like the B200. With Etched ASICs, you can create products that were previously unattainable with GPUs, such as real-time video generation models and highly complex reasoning agents. Supported by substantial investments from leading investors and a team of top engineers, Etched is revolutionizing the infrastructure layer for one of the fastest-growing industries globally.Job SummaryAs an Infrastructure Software Engineer, you will be essential in developing state-of-the-art model-specific ASICs by constructing custom infrastructure and toolchains. This role focuses on ensuring ultra-fast, reliable, and scalable development from simulation to silicon. At Etched, we approach infrastructure development with the same best practices that we apply to our products, incorporating rigorous design discipline and high-quality standards in our testing processes.You will spearhead the creation and adoption of next-generation infrastructure tools, empowering our ASIC, Software, and Platform engineers to accelerate iterations, increase reliability, and expand the frontiers of AI performance. Responsibilities include building and optimizing our hybrid high-performance compute (HPC) cluster for extensive parallel CI, EDA workflows, emulation, and hardware-aware job execution.Additionally, you will design and implement an advanced observability stack featuring LLM integration, focusing on health and performance telemetry, log aggregation, distributed tracing, insight generation, synthetic testing, and intelligent alerting across CI pipelines, simulation clusters, and service endpoints.This role demands a robust software engineering mindset, quality orientation, and a comprehensive understanding of systems. It involves not just writing scripts, but creating infrastructure code with precision, repeatability, and purpose.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitect and Scale Distributed Compute Systems: Design and build the orchestration layers driving our hybrid high-performance clusters—facilitating simulation, synthesis, and continuous integration of AI ASICs at an unprecedented scale.Build Infrastructure-as-Code Systems: Develop and maintain a fully programmable infrastructure control plane to guarantee reproducibility, auditability, and swift iteration throughout the entire stack.

About EtchedAt Etched, we are pioneering the development of the world’s first AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, providing over ten times higher performance while significantly reducing costs and latency compared to traditional options. Our innovative ASICs empower the creation of products that were previously unattainable with GPUs, such as real-time video generation models and advanced deep reasoning agents. Supported by substantial investments from leading venture capitalists and a team of elite engineers, Etched is transforming the infrastructure for one of the fastest-growing industries globally.Job SummaryWe are seeking an enthusiastic Technical Recruiter at the entry level, eager to learn and take the reins of their own responsibilities. In this role, you will be guided by seasoned recruiters, collaborate closely with hiring managers and leadership, and manage your own recruitment processes. This is an exciting opportunity for personal and professional growth.Key ResponsibilitiesManage your own recruitment requisitions from start to finish, including sourcing, screening, coordinating, and closing candidates.Identify and engage candidates in unconventional spaces: GitHub, arXiv preprints, niche Discord servers, mailing lists, and conference speaker lineups.Facilitate structured interview processes and lead candidate debriefs in collaboration with hiring managers.Collaborate with lead recruiters on offer strategies and candidate closings.Contribute to the development of our recruiting systems and processes, leaving your mark on our hiring practices.QualificationsYou may be a great fit if you possess the following qualifications:0–2 years of experience in recruiting, sales, sourcing, or talent coordination, or relevant self-taught experience, with a strong desire to grow in this field.Demonstrated commitment beyond formal education through involvement in clubs, personal projects, sports, volunteering, or similar pursuits.Genuine curiosity about AI, hardware, or deep technology—engineering knowledge is not required, but an interest in these areas is essential.Ability to work swiftly, resolve challenges independently, and seek assistance when necessary.A collaborative mindset with low ego and high motivation, focusing on outcomes rather than personal recognition.

Etched is seeking an innovative and strategic leader to become our Head of Supercomputing. This role involves overseeing our supercomputing initiatives, driving advancements in computational technology, and ensuring our systems operate at peak performance. You will lead a talented team of engineers and researchers, fostering an environment of creativity and collaboration. Your contributions will directly influence the future of high-performance computing and its applications across various sectors.

About EtchedEtched is pioneering the world's inaugural AI inference system specifically designed for transformers, achieving over 10 times the performance and significantly reduced cost and latency compared to a B200. Through Etched ASICs, we enable the creation of products that were previously unimaginable with GPUs, such as real-time video generation models and highly complex, parallel chain-of-thought reasoning agents. Supported by substantial investments from leading investors and a team of exceptional engineers, Etched is revolutionizing the infrastructure for one of the fastest growing industries in history.Job SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated Quality Engineer to join our US team, responsible for ensuring stringent quality systems across our domestic contract manufacturing and integration partners. You will oversee quality assurance for our cutting-edge AI hardware production, spearheading inspection and testing strategies, resolving systemic issues, and guaranteeing that every system dispatched from the factory aligns with Etched's high standards of performance and reliability.This position requires close collaboration with Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering, acting as a vital link between Etched headquarters and factory teams. It is well-suited for individuals who thrive in a hands-on factory environment while also establishing scalable quality processes that facilitate high-volume production.

About EtchedAt Etched, we are pioneering the world's first AI inference system uniquely designed for transformers, achieving over 10x greater performance, along with significantly reduced costs and latency compared to conventional solutions like the B200. Our innovative ASICs enable the creation of groundbreaking products, such as real-time video generation models and highly advanced deep reasoning agents. With substantial backing from premier investors and a team of top engineers, Etched is transforming the infrastructure layer for the fastest growing industry in history.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop detailed performance models and forecasts for Etched's transformer-centric architecture across various workloads and configurations.Profile and assess deep learning workloads on Etched to detect micro-architectural bottlenecks and potential optimization areas.Create analytical and simulation-driven models to anticipate performance across different architectural setups and design trade-offs.Collaborate with hardware architects to influence micro-architectural decisions based on workload characteristics and performance insights.Facilitate hardware/software co-optimization by pinpointing opportunities where architectural features can substantially enhance performance.Analyze and optimize memory hierarchy efficiency, interconnect utilization, and computational resource effectiveness.Establish performance benchmarking frameworks and methodologies tailored specifically for transformer inference workloads.Performance CharacterizationConstruct detailed roofline models and performance forecasts for Etched across various transformer architectures (e.g., Llama, Mixtral).Profile production inference workloads to identify and mitigate micro-architectural bottlenecks.Evaluate memory bandwidth, compute utilization, and interconnect performance to inform next-gen architecture decisions.Develop performance modeling tools that forecast chip behavior based on different batch sizes, sequence lengths, and model configurations.Characterize the performance implications of architectural features such as specialized datapaths, memory hierarchies, and on-chip interconnects.Benchmark Etched's architectural efficiency against competitive solutions to ensure industry-leading performance.