Director / Sr Program Manager, AI Accelerator at Quadric

Burlingame, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AI, Semiconductor, Edge Computing, AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in a Program Management (PM) role, specifically focused on technical programs involving AI acceleration chips, embedded systems, software, and hardware
Master's degree (MS) in Computer Science or a related technical field is required
Proven experience successfully working with and managing distributed teams and programs across multiple geographies and timezones
Deep expertise and proficiency with Program Management tools such as JIRA, GitHub Issues, and Quality Center (QC), including advanced reporting and workflow management
Demonstrated ability to drive complex technical projects in the AI acceleration chips domain

Responsibilities

Own and program manage all aspects of complex Software (SW) Releases, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and scope adherence
Drive and track progress across engineering and cross-functional teams, identifying bottlenecks, mitigating risks, and proactively driving execution to meet program milestones
Champion and enforce effective program management methodologies and best practices across the organization
Facilitate and drive alignment between engineering (SW, HW, Silicon), product management, sales, operations, and external partners
Act as the primary point of contact for technical program matters with key customers, translating their needs into actionable engineering tasks
Manage the funneling of requirements and defects back to the engineering organization, ensuring clear prioritization and timely resolution
Clearly communicate program status, risks, and dependencies to executive leadership, technical teams, and external stakeholders
Lead the end-to-end program management for safety certification processes (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 61508) for products and associated tools, ensuring all necessary documentation and engineering rigor is met

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Program ManagementProject ManagementSoftware Release ManagementAI AccelerationEmbedded SystemsNeural NetworksMachine LearningRisk MitigationCross-functional CollaborationProduct Lifecycle Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or hybrid?

The position is hybrid.

What are the company's core values?

Quadric values Integrity, Humility, and Happiness, and expects Initiative, Collaboration, and Completion from its team members.

What key skills are needed for this Program Manager role?

The role requires strong program and project management skills, experience managing complex software releases, cross-functional leadership across engineering teams (SW, HW, Silicon), customer engagement, and leading safety certification processes.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Director / Sr Program Manager position?

A strong candidate is experienced and highly technical in program management, with the ability to drive execution across engineering and cross-functional teams, engage with customers, and lead safety certification for AI acceleration chips.

Quadric

Simplifies SoC design for machine learning

About Quadric

Quadric focuses on simplifying the design and programming of System on Chips (SoCs) specifically for machine learning applications. Their main product is the Chimera, a General-Purpose Neural Processing Unit (GPNPU) that combines matrix and vector operations with scalar control code in a single execution pipeline. This design allows developers to avoid splitting application code across different processors, making the development process more efficient. Quadric serves clients in the semiconductor industry, including SoC developers and manufacturers, who need to improve their machine learning capabilities. Unlike competitors, Quadric offers a comprehensive solution that includes both hardware and software tools, such as the Chimera LLVM C Compiler and the Chimera Instruction Set Simulator, enabling developers to design, simulate, and deploy their applications effectively. The goal of Quadric is to enhance the performance and ease of development for machine learning applications on SoCs.

Burlingame, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$42.1MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Hardware, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from established semiconductor companies threatens market share.

Rapid AI advancements may outpace Quadric's current product offerings.

Potential IP disputes could lead to costly legal battles.

Differentiation

Chimera GPNPU integrates matrix, vector, and scalar operations in one pipeline.

Quadric's GPNPU runs C code, enhancing versatility for neural network operations.

Quadric offers a unified architecture for ML inference and C++ processing.

Upsides

Quadric's Series B funding boosts expansion of engineering and commercial teams.

Partnership with Ams Osram enhances smart sensing solutions for edge applications.

Quadric Developer Studio simplifies AI and ML application development.

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