AI/HPC System Architect
SK hynix America
$155,000 - $255,000 / year
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About SK hynix America
At SK hynix America, we are at the forefront of semiconductor innovation. As a global leader in HBM, DRAM, and NAND flash technologies, we develop the advanced memory solutions powering everything from advanced mobile technology to massive AI data centers. With major investments in the U.S. and a leading position in the global AI revolution, we build the critical infrastructure of the digital landscape and remain committed to sustainable operations.
We invite innovative minds to be part of our journey. Here, you will be part of a collaborative team pioneering the next generation of memory technologies, expanding our market footprint, and defining the future of computing.
Job Title: AI/HPC System Architect
Office Location: San Jose, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Model: Onsite
Job Summary:
As an AI/HPC System Architect, your primary responsibility will be to conceptualize the architecture of next-generation AI and HPC system. This involves leveraging advanced memory to create efficient and high-performance systems. Drawing from your extensive experience in AI and HPC infrastructure design, you will derive design requirements, guide the direction of advanced memory solutions, and continuously monitor industry trends. Additionally, you will foster collaborations with cloud service providers, OEMs, national labs, and other stakeholders to facilitate on-site proof-of-concept initiatives aligned with the proposed infrastructure architecture.
Responsibilities:
- Design next-generation AI and HPC infrastructure that utilizes advanced memory solutions to optimize performance and power efficiency.
- Derive design requirements for advanced memory solutions based on your extensive experience in AI and HPC infrastructure design.
- Continuously monitor industry trends and emerging technologies related to AI and HPC infrastructure from sources such as cloud service providers, OEMs, and national labs.
- Promote and establish collaborative partnerships with customers for on-site proof-of-concept initiatives involving advanced memory solutions, aligning with the proposed infrastructure architecture.
- Provide strategic direction and recommendations for the adoption and integration of advanced memory solutions within the infrastructure.
Qualification:
- Ph.D in Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related field with 15+ years of experience in system architecture for large-scale computing, with specific AI focus preferred.
- Strong understanding of compute, memory, and networking bottlenecks in AI systems.
- Deep expertise in AI system design, and knowledge in LLMs, GNN, DLRMs, and other representative AI workloads.
- Background in hardware/software co-design for AI or HPC systems
- Effective collaboration and partnership-building skills for engaging with customers and stakeholders.
- Experience in planning and executing on-site proof-of-concept initiatives to validate infrastructure solutions.
- Excellent communication skills to convey architectural concepts and influence stakeholders.
Benefits:
- Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost
- Paid day offs: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Happy Fridays
- 401k Matching
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care & Dependent Care
- Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year
- Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities
- Corporate discount programs
- Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees
Compensation:
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Pay within the provided range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related skills and experience. Your Recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
SK hynix America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, national origin, color, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
In compliance with federal law, SK hynix America also participates in the federal E-Verify program. Upon accepting an offer of employment, all newly hired individuals will be required to complete Form I-9, which includes verifying identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. Please review the official government posters detailing your rights and protections prior to applying:
Benefits
- Top Tier health insurance at no employee cost
- Paid day offs: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Happy Fridays
- 401k Matching
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care & Dependent Care
- Educational reimbursement up to $10,000 per year
- Donation Matching and volunteering opportunities
- Corporate discount programs
- Free Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner provided to employees
About this role
SK hynix America is seeking an AI/HPC System Architect to design next-generation infrastructure that leverages advanced memory technologies for optimal performance and power efficiency. In this role, you will translate deep expertise in AI and HPC systems into concrete architectural requirements for memory solutions, working across the full stack from compute and networking considerations through to hardware-software co-design. You'll monitor industry developments and guide SK hynix's strategic direction in memory innovation, ensuring their solutions address real-world bottlenecks in large-scale AI workloads including LLMs, GNNs, and DLRMs.
The position is built on partnership and validation. You will establish collaborations with cloud providers, OEMs, national labs, and customers to design and execute on-site proof-of-concept initiatives that test proposed architectures in practice. This requires strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to diverse stakeholders and influence adoption decisions across the industry.
The role demands a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering or a related field plus 15+ years of system architecture experience, with AI focus preferred. You should have demonstrated expertise in identifying compute, memory, and networking bottlenecks in AI systems and a track record of hardware-software co-design work. The position is full-time and based in San Jose, with compensation ranging from $155,000 to $255,000 depending on experience and market factors. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage at no employee cost, educational reimbursement up to $10,000 annually, paid time off including parental leave, and on-site meals.
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