Robotics SOC Architect at Tenstorrent

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, SemiconductorsIndustries

Requirements

  • Hands-on expertise in at least two of: Ethernet, ISP, GPU, DSP, CPU (RISC-V or ARM), or security
  • Curious, lifelong learner passionate about cutting-edge technology and expanding technical depth
  • Excel in collaborative, high-energy, multidisciplinary environments
  • Self-driven, proactive, comfortable taking initiative and navigating complex system challenges
  • Skilled at solving multidimensional problems involving compute, connectivity, and control for robotics solutions

Responsibilities

  • Define and integrate multiple subsystems into full-system robotics SoCs
  • Author and maintain detailed SoC architecture specifications, balancing performance, power, area, and robotics-specific functional needs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, and systems) to capture requirements, model use cases, and deliver scalable, real-world solutions
  • Present architectural direction clearly to internal teams, partners, and customers, communicating tradeoffs to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Propose innovative features and technologies that advance robotics compute, connectivity, and integration
  • Ensure the SoC meets industry safety, security, and reliability standards, including for automotive-grade applications
  • Support execution from pre-silicon through bring-up, providing architectural support and debugging across disciplines

Skills

SoC Architecture
RISC-V
Chiplets
ML Silicon
System Integration
Robotics Platforms
AI Hardware
Semiconductors

Tenstorrent

Builds advanced computers for AI applications

About Tenstorrent

Tenstorrent builds advanced computers specifically designed for artificial intelligence applications. Their products include high-performance computing systems that utilize specialized hardware and software solutions, leveraging technologies like ASIC design and RISC-V architecture. Unlike many competitors, Tenstorrent focuses on integrating neural network compilers into their systems, enhancing the efficiency of AI computations. The company's goal is to advance the capabilities of AI computing, serving clients in the AI and computing sectors while generating revenue through the sale of their specialized systems and services.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$1,297.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Hardware, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Competition from established AI hardware companies like Nvidia could impact market share.
Reliance on open-source software may delay product development timelines.
Geopolitical tensions in South Korea and Japan could disrupt Tenstorrent's supply chains.

Differentiation

Tenstorrent leverages RISC-V technology for flexible, open-source AI hardware solutions.
The company partners with BOS Semiconductors to develop next-gen automotive AI chips.
Tenstorrent's global presence includes offices in key tech hubs like Silicon Valley and Tokyo.

Upsides

RISC-V architecture's growth aligns with Tenstorrent's open-source AI software focus.
Automotive AI chip market growth offers lucrative opportunities for Tenstorrent's BOS partnership.
Increasing demand for HPC systems could expand Tenstorrent's reach beyond tech industries.

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