Lead Software Architect - Hardware Integration

About OLIXAt OLIX, we are pioneering the future of artificial intelligence infrastructure. With the rapid acceleration of AI, the demand for advanced technology outpaces current capabilities, leaving a significant gap in infrastructure. Our company is on a mission to revolutionize this field by developing the Optical Tensor Processing Unit (OTPU), which delivers unmatched performance and energy efficiency, setting a new standard for hardware.Role OverviewAs the Software Architect specializing in Hardware Integration, you will take on a pivotal role as the leading technical expert in the integration of hardware and software across the OTPU. You will oversee the entire lifecycle from pre-silicon development to post-silicon support, ensuring seamless collaboration across various components including ASIC, BMC, and photonic interconnects.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine Technical Vision: Collaborate with the Software Engineering Director to establish a forward-thinking technical strategy for the OTPU stack, maintaining architectural integrity throughout the development process.Strategic Architecture Translation: Work alongside cross-functional teams to translate long-term business objectives into actionable architectural priorities, identifying key areas for technical investment.Establish Architectural Standards: Formulate the principles, interface contracts, and standards for the organization, ensuring consistency across all teams involved in the development process.Critical Decision-Making: Lead the technical decision-making processes at the intersection of hardware and software, including BSP and firmware architecture, ASIC validation strategies, BMC platform design, and interconnect fabric integration.Influential Leadership: Foster alignment across engineering teams by leveraging your expertise and influence, rather than relying solely on authority.

About OLIXIn the rapidly evolving realm of artificial intelligence, OLIX is at the forefront of innovation, addressing the critical infrastructure gap that has emerged due to unprecedented demand. Traditional hardware architectures are struggling to keep pace, and OLIX is poised to redefine the landscape with our groundbreaking Optical Tensor Processing Unit (OTPU), which delivers unmatched performance and energy efficiency.Role OverviewAs the Software Architect for Platform Integration, you will be a pivotal technical leader, guiding OLIX’s hyperscale AI infrastructure. Your expertise will span across cluster orchestration, platform management, networking, and field engineering, ensuring the seamless operation of our systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine the Technical Vision: Collaborate with the Software Engineering Director to establish and maintain the long-term technical roadmap for OLIX, ensuring architectural consistency throughout the platform's lifecycle.Architectural Strategy Implementation: Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business objectives into actionable architectural priorities and identify key areas for technical investment.Set Architectural Standards: Establish design principles, interface contracts, and organizational standards for scheduling, fleet operations, and platform management, ensuring compliance across teams.Technical Decision-Making: Take ownership of critical technical decisions across the platform stack, including orchestration, scheduling architecture, fleet management systems, and deployment strategies.Influence and Leadership: Foster collaboration across teams without relying on direct authority, effectively driving alignment and consensus on engineering decisions.

About OLIXAt OLIX, we are on the forefront of innovation in the artificial intelligence sector, addressing the urgent infrastructure challenges posed by the rapid expansion of AI technologies. The demand for advanced hardware has outpaced current capabilities, and we are determined to change that. Our flagship product, the Optical Tensor Processing Unit (OTPU), is designed to redefine performance and energy efficiency in chip technology, marking a significant leap forward in our industry.Role OverviewIn your role as Director of Software Engineering - Hardware Integration, you will spearhead a dynamic team responsible for the comprehensive integration of software and hardware across our OTPU architecture, including the ASIC, BMC, and photonic interconnect fabric, from the initial stages of development through to ongoing maintenance.We seek a visionary engineering leader who can influence the strategic direction of OLIX, utilizing your profound technical expertise to cultivate a high-performing organization that operates with agility and purpose. You will set the technical roadmap, prioritize critical initiatives, and foster an environment where exceptional engineers and engineering managers can thrive.Key ResponsibilitiesAlign Business Strategy with Technical Priorities: Transform long-term business objectives into actionable priorities that enhance both customer satisfaction and organizational performance, while discontinuing unproductive initiatives.Establish Vision and Direction: Define and communicate the long-term technical strategy for hardware-software integration throughout the OTPU stack and ensure accountability for the organization’s performance against this vision across the entire development lifecycle.Oversee Lifecycle Management: Lead engineering efforts encompassing pre-silicon (emulation and initialization), post-silicon (validation, characterization, and troubleshooting), and sustainment (ensuring production reliability and addressing field issues).Build and Nurture a High-Performance Team: Mentor managers to take true ownership of customer outcomes, focusing on building capable teams that deliver exceptional results.Define Technical Excellence: Establish architectural principles, conduct review cycles, implement systems engineering, and set quality benchmarks that the organization adheres to, from firmware interfaces to photonic fabric initialization.

About OLIXAt OLIX, we are at the forefront of the AI revolution, tackling the unprecedented demand for advanced computational capabilities. As the industry faces a significant infrastructure gap, we are redefining the hardware landscape with our revolutionary Optical Tensor Processing Unit (OTPU). This innovative technology promises unmatched performance and energy efficiency, setting the stage for the economic opportunities of the next century.Role OverviewJoin us as a Staff Engineer in Hardware Integration, where you will be the leading technical authority in your team, specializing in hardware-software integration across a critical segment of the OTPU stack. Your expertise will guide projects from pre-silicon design to post-silicon validation and sustainment engineering.We seek an experienced engineer who can set the technical vision for the team and tackle the most challenging engineering issues. Collaborating with the Engineering Manager, you will translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, drive technical decisions, and ensure the creation of reliable, maintainable solutions. Your hands-on expertise, sound engineering judgment, and influence through high-quality work will be pivotal to our success.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Technical Direction. Collaborate with the Engineering Manager to establish the technical focus for your team and take ownership of architectural decisions that influence the team's development and operational processes.Translate Priorities into Action. Partner with the Engineering Manager to decompose complex technical challenges into specific, implementable plans, ensuring the team is aligned on building effective solutions.Uphold Technical Excellence. Define the principles, interface agreements, and standards for the team—be it in firmware interfaces, ASIC validation methods, or interconnect fabric integration—ensuring consistent application across projects.Make Informed Technical Decisions. Own critical decision-making within your domain, which may include BSP and firmware architecture, ASIC validation approaches, or BMC platform design.Foster Team Alignment. Cultivate a shared understanding among engineers by ensuring clarity and rigor in technical discussions, facilitating well-reasoned decisions.

airapps is seeking a Lead Software Architect based in the London Metropolitan Area. This position shapes the technical direction of projects and plays a central role in architectural decisions. The work blends hands-on system design with leadership and mentoring duties. Key responsibilities Create and implement software architectures that support scalability and reliable performance Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions Guide and mentor junior developers, helping them grow their technical skills Role focus This role combines technical leadership with practical design work. The Lead Software Architect provides direction, supports team development, and ensures that architectural choices align with business goals.

Join Kraken Technologies as a Lead Software Engineer specializing in OSS and Telco Integrations. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development and implementation of software solutions that enhance our utility offerings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and streamline processes, ensuring our services remain at the forefront of the industry.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Post Merger Integration Lead to join our team at Bunch in London. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless integration of acquired companies into our operations, fostering collaboration across departments, and driving the execution of integration plans. Your expertise will be essential in identifying synergies, streamlining processes, and maximizing value from mergers and acquisitions.

About DialpadDialpad is a premier AI-driven customer communications platform, revolutionizing how businesses engage with their customers. With over 50,000 companies globally—such as Netflix, RE/MAX, Uber, Randstad, and Tractor Supply—Dialpad is trusted for fostering robust customer connections through real-time, AI-enhanced insights. For more information, visit dialpad.com.Join the Dialpad TeamAt Dialpad, you'll become part of a dynamic team committed to our mission of ensuring our customers and their employees achieve unparalleled success. We value every interaction and are enhancing each one with a platform that provides real-time insights and automation for our users.We embrace continuous improvement, encouraging every employee to utilize cutting-edge AI to refine our platform and their skills. We seek individuals who meet our high standards and strive to exceed them. Our goals are ambitious, and achieving them requires a team that operates at the highest level. We look for individuals who are not only driven but also embody the core traits that define our success: Scrappy, Curious, Optimistic, Persistent, and Empathetic.Your RoleAs a Software Engineer on the Integrations team, you'll play a pivotal role in developing Dialpad’s essential native integrations. These integrations facilitate seamless real-time automations and data exchanges between Dialpad and complementary platforms, ensuring our shared customers enjoy a cohesive experience. This includes integrations with Agentic AI, CRMs, ticketing systems, workforce management tools, and industry-specific sectors such as Recruiting, Retail, and Healthcare. You will closely collaborate with engineering peers, product leaders, business executives, Dialpad customers, and external partners. This role will focus on integrations compatible with Agentic AI.This position reports to our Engineering Manager and can be based in our London office. Please note, this is a hybrid position with an expectation to be in the office 2-3 times per week.

About WPP MediaWPP stands as a trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Our exceptional talent, reliable data and intelligence, along with world-class partnerships, are unified by our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open, enabling clients to navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformative growth.WPP Media operates as WPP's AI-driven media unit, integrating media, data, and strategic partnerships to provide creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear insights into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more details, visit wppmedia.com.Position Overview: Lead Cloud ArchitectWPP Media is seeking a Lead Cloud Architect to spearhead technical delivery for Azure-based data engineering and cloud configuration projects within client environments. As the senior technical authority, you will design, architect, and implement modern data platform solutions on Microsoft Azure. Your role will involve establishing CI/CD practices and guiding engineers to adhere to reference architectures and industry standards.You will be a part of the Cloud Architecture team, collaborating closely with Data Engineering, Platform/DevOps, Security, and Client Delivery to ensure that designs translate into robust and cost-effective solutions.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Solution Architect to join our innovative team at Upbeat Ideas UK Ltd. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of complex solutions that drive business success. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders, understand their needs, and translate them into effective architectural solutions.The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of modern architecture principles, cloud technologies, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions. You should be an excellent communicator, capable of articulating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

About the Role Technical & Site Leadership: Provide hands-on technical guidance while managing daily engineering operations; ensure alignment of engineering goals with company strategy and product vision.Team Building & Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and motivate a high-performing, multidisciplinary team across hardware, software, optics/photonics, systems, and data—promoting innovation, accountability, and resilience.Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Serve as the primary technical liaison with scientists and assay developers; convert clinical and biological requirements into robust engineering solutions.Cross-Site Integration: Connect our UK and international teams - standardize practices, encourage knowledge sharing, and maintain aligned priorities.Project Execution & Delivery: Lead projects from concept through verification and validation; establish milestones, allocate resources, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of reliable systems.Innovation & Resilience: Leverage startup experience to make pragmatic decisions; guide the team through iterations and challenges with a calm, data-informed approach.Regulatory & Quality Compliance: Ensure engineering practices meet ISO 13485, ISO 15189, IVDR, and UKCA standards; collaborate closely with QA/RA on design controls and documentation.This role is based in London and involves daily collaboration with teams in the UK and internationally.

Role overview airapps seeks a Mobile Software Architect to help define the technical direction for its mobile products. This position centers on setting architecture standards, ensuring scalability, and improving usability across the company’s mobile applications. Key responsibilities Design and develop mobile applications for airapps products Make architectural decisions that support scalable and reliable solutions Advise and guide the development team on mobile architecture best practices Contribute to product quality and enhance the user experience Location This role is based in the London Metropolitan Area.

About DialpadDialpad is a premier AI-driven communications platform, revolutionizing how businesses engage with their customers. Over 50,000 companies worldwide, including industry leaders like Netflix, RE/MAX, Uber, and Randstad, leverage Dialpad to foster stronger customer relationships through real-time AI-generated insights. Visit dialpad.com to explore our offerings.Join the Dialpad TeamAt Dialpad, you will join a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to empowering our customers and their employees to achieve remarkable success. We understand that every interaction counts, and we are committed to enhancing each conversation with a platform that delivers real-time insights and automation.We embrace continuous improvement, where each team member utilizes cutting-edge AI to refine both our platform and their own expertise. We seek individuals who not only meet our high standards but exceed them. Our aspirations are vast, and realizing them necessitates a team that operates at the highest caliber. We value individuals who embody the qualities that are essential to our success: Scrappy, Curious, Optimistic, Persistent, and Empathetic.Your RoleAs a Software Engineer on the Integrations team, your primary focus will be on developing Dialpad’s native integration with Salesforce and other essential applications. These integrations facilitate real-time automation and data exchange between Dialpad and key complementary systems, ensuring our joint customers enjoy a cohesive user experience. You will work closely with engineering, product, and business leaders, as well as external partners, with a heightened emphasis on enhancing our Salesforce integration.Work ArrangementThis position reports to the Director of Engineering at our London office. Please note that this is a hybrid role, requiring presence in the office 2-3 times per week.

Company OverviewAt Accordion, we redefine the way finance professionals work. As a pivotal partner in private equity's value creation journey, we facilitate connections between sponsors and CFOs. Our expertise in financial consulting, underpinned by data, technology, and AI, empowers clients to enhance value and support the office of the CFO in comprehensive value creation.If you thrive on tackling challenging problems and aspire to grow, join over 1,400 finance and technology specialists in a collaborative and supportive environment.As we expand our European operations, our London office offers a unique entrepreneurial chance to influence our regional footprint and accelerate growth, all while enjoying the stability and support of an established, industry-leading firm.Headquartered in New York and backed by premier private equity firms, we are a dynamic, high-growth firm eager for individuals who want to contribute to something remarkable. Make your impact with us.CFO TechnologyAccordion’s CFO Technology Practice expertly delivers digital services and solutions that align with organizational strategic initiatives.Our CFO Technology professionals collaborate across all Accordion divisions to equip CFOs with the digital solutions essential for implementing business process recommendations and seizing value creation opportunities. From ERP and CPM to Analytics, Data Integration, and RPA, our CFO Tech team serves as a single, objective partner delivering excellence from strategy to execution.This position is based in our London office. Ideal candidates will be local to the area and have the flexibility to work remotely 1-2 days a week, combining efficiency with collaboration.

Alten is seeking a Software Test Integration and Automation Engineer to join its team in London. This role supports software quality and reliability across projects in the space sector. Key responsibilities Design and develop automated test suites for software products Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed testing into development workflows Support continuous improvement of testing processes and product quality Location This position is based in London.

As a Software Architect at Netcompany, you will leverage your technical and architectural expertise to design innovative solutions that meet user needs. Your role will involve exploring the possibilities of technology through the development of proofs of concept, collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and various stakeholders.Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with business and technology stakeholders to conduct discovery sessions, clarify ambiguous requirements, and translate them into clear functional and non-functional specifications.Facilitate delivery and governance by working closely with engineers to create a detailed roadmap, define observability requirements (metrics, logs, traces), and engage in design reviews and architecture review boards.Design and document solution architectures while producing target-state and integration designs that align with industry best practices.

Join our innovative team at Databricks as a Lead Solutions Architect specializing in AI and BI. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in artificial intelligence and business intelligence to design and implement cutting-edge solutions that drive business value. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, guiding technical strategies, and ensuring the successful adoption of our platforms.Your responsibilities will include engaging with stakeholders to identify business needs, architecting scalable solutions, and mentoring junior team members. If you are passionate about AI/BI technologies and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Position Overview Join our dynamic Data Engineering team at Squarepoint Capital, where we harness vast data sets to drive insights and innovation. As a Data Development Integrator, you will play a crucial role in collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality data for both production and research purposes. Your Responsibilities: Manage vendor relationships for the Data Engineering team, engaging continuously with the Data Onboarding team and vendors to navigate incoming data ingestion projects and changing business priorities. Lead the Data Engineering triage process: scope and validate new initiatives, ensuring they are allocated to the appropriate implementation teams. Cultivate collaboration within Data Engineering by building strong relationships with global leads and business stakeholders, facilitating effective teamwork through a deep understanding of people, challenges, and workflows. Enhance data quality via lifecycle management of vendor datasets, implementing technical requirements through configuration and collaborating with data engineers for more complex adjustments.

About OLIXAt OLIX, we are at the forefront of a technological revolution, creating the next-generation Optical Tensor Processing Unit (OTPU) that promises unmatched performance and energy efficiency. As AI rapidly evolves, we recognize the urgent need for innovative solutions that surpass outdated infrastructure. OLIX is dedicated to bridging the gap in AI capabilities, positioning ourselves as a leader in the next economic opportunity of the century.Role OverviewIn the role of Software Engineering Director - Platform Integration, you will spearhead a dynamic team of over 30 engineers and 5 managers across critical domains, including cluster orchestration, platform management, networking, and field engineering. Your leadership will be pivotal in ensuring OLIX’s systems function as a robust hyperscale AI infrastructure.We seek a visionary engineering leader who can shape OLIX’s trajectory and instill a culture of excellence. You will leverage your profound technical acumen to craft high-performing teams that operate with agility and purpose, establishing the technical roadmap that drives our company towards its objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and communicate a clear vision for Platform Integration, ensuring accountability across cluster orchestration, fleet management, networking, and deployment.Cultivate a high-performing organization by mentoring managers to prioritize customer outcomes and reliability.Establish standards for technical excellence, including architectural principles, review processes, and quality benchmarks.Guide the technical strategy for distributed AI workloads, making informed decisions on investments in cluster orchestration and management systems.Translate OLIX’s long-term business goals into actionable priorities that enhance customer and business outcomes.Foster a vibrant culture emphasizing innovation, speed, and operational excellence.QualificationsProven engineering leadership experience in software development and systems integration.Deep technical expertise in AI infrastructure and distributed computing.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of inspiring teams.

About AnthropicAt Anthropic, we are dedicated to developing AI systems that are not only reliable and interpretable but also steerable. Our goal is to ensure that AI technologies are safe and beneficial for both our users and society at large. We are a rapidly expanding team of passionate researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders collaborating to create positive and impactful AI solutions.About the RoleWe are on the lookout for talented and experienced Software Engineers to enhance our Continuous Integration (CI) team within the Developer Productivity organization. The CI team is tasked with maintaining the infrastructure that allows hundreds of engineers to deploy code to production efficiently and safely. Joining this team means you will play a crucial role in boosting the speed and reliability of Anthropic's research and product development.The CI team oversees Anthropic's comprehensive continuous integration system, which encompasses:CI Infrastructure: Designed to automate testing and ensure code quality across our rapidly growing monorepo.Test Infrastructure: Operates on Kubernetes across multiple cloud providers, facilitating intelligent test selection, execution, and reporting for a complex suite of tests.Merge Queue Management: Implements intricate branching strategies to uphold code quality at scale.CI Tooling and Automation: Focused on enhancing developer productivity and minimizing operational overhead.