Digital Design Engineer

Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, inventing the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine for extreme-scale data centers.
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Principal Software Engineer
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12+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Digital Design Engineer

Lightmatter is at the forefront of revolutionizing AI data center infrastructure, having invented the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine, Passage™. This groundbreaking technology enables the connection of thousands to millions of processors at the speed of light in extreme-scale data centers, catering to the most advanced AI and HPC workloads.

As a Digital Design Engineer at Lightmatter, you'll be part of a team developing an ASIC for the next-generation artificial intelligence computing architecture. You'll work alongside world-class scientists and engineers, tackling complex challenges and making a significant impact in the field of optical computing.

Your responsibilities will include developing microarchitecture design and RTL for advanced ML/AI accelerator ASICs/SoCs, integrating silicon photonic communication and compute technology into digital accelerator design, and collaborating with various teams to achieve high-performance, low-power designs in advanced technology nodes.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of computing, working on innovative projects that combine cutting-edge AI technology with photonics. You'll be part of a company that has recently raised $400 million in its Series D round, reaching a valuation of $4.4 billion, indicating strong growth potential and resources for development.

Lightmatter offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health care, retirement savings matching, life insurance, generous time off, and stock options. The company promotes a flexible, hybrid workplace model, supporting a balanced work-life integration.

If you're passionate about innovation, solving challenging technical problems, and want to be at the forefront of (re)inventing the future of computing with light, this role at Lightmatter presents an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in the field of AI and computer architecture.

Last updated 25 days ago

Responsibilities For Digital Design Engineer

  • Develop microarchitecture design and RTL for advanced ML/AI accelerator ASICs/SoCs including advanced memory system and high-performance NoC
  • Understand and integrate silicon photonic communication and compute technology into digital accelerator design
  • Actively work with Architecture, Design Verification, Implementation, Photonic, Analog, and Software teams to realize high-performance, low-power designs in advanced technology nodes
  • Create design specifications and documentation to facilitate collaboration with partner teams
  • Manage RTL implementation to achieve functionally correct, performant designs within project schedules by identifying, communicating, and mitigating risks

Requirements For Digital Design Engineer

  • Experience in ASIC design with multiple successful tape outs
  • 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 8 years and a Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering (or related fields)
  • Familiarity with high-speed digital design techniques
  • Familiarity with power-efficient digital design techniques

Benefits For Digital Design Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Commuter Benefits
Equity
  • Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Savings Matching Program
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Flexible, hybrid workplace model
  • Stock Option Plan

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