Groq delivers fast, efficient AI inference. Our LPU-based system powers GroqCloud™, giving businesses and developers the speed and scale they need. From our Bay Area roots to our growing global presence, we are on a mission to make high performance AI compute more accessible and affordable. When real-time AI is within reach, anything is possible. Build fast.

Research Engineer - Novel AI applications and Next Generation Hardware

Mission:

You will join the hardware team with the goal of supporting novel application areas and AI modes beyond current use cases. Responsibilities include researching the evolving landscape of AI applications and models, analyzing underlying model architectures, and building implementations on Groq. Further responsibilities include analyzing mappings to existing and future hardware, modeling performance, and working cross-functionally with the hardware design team on novel hardware features e.g. functional units, numeric modes, interconnect, system integration, etc to unlock novel application areas for Groq. There will be opportunities to participate in a wider range of R&D activities, either internally or externally with key Groq partners.

Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:

AI application and model research
Performance modeling
Cross-functional work with hardware and software teams
Next generation hardware architecture development
Support internal and outward-facing R&D

Ideal candidates have/are:

Strong foundation in computer science
Experience with AI models and applications
Knowledge of LLMs and other Gen AI applications
Strong foundation in computer architecture and computer arithmetic
Python and common ML frameworks such as PyTorch & TensorFlow
Experience with performance analysis / modelling
Problem solving mindset

Nice to Have:

Experience with scientific computing & HPC
Experience in optimizing applications on specialized accelerators (GPU, FPGA, or other custom accelerators).
Experience with compiler tools and MLIR.
Experience in delivering complex projects in a fast-moving environment.

Attributes of a Groqster:

Humility - Egos are checked at the door
Collaborative & Team Savvy - We make up the smartest person in the room, together
Growth & Giver Mindset - Learn it all versus know it all, we share knowledge generously
Curious & Innovative - Take a creative approach to projects, problems, and design
Passion, Grit, & Boldness - no limit thinking, fueling informed risk taking

Compensation: At Groq, a competitive base salary is part of our comprehensive compensation package, which includes equity and benefits. For this role, salary range is determined by your location, skills, qualifications, experience and internal benchmarks. Compensation for candidates outside the USA will be dependent on the local market.

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Compensation

The base pay range for this role is £64,800 – £128,400 per year.

Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Groq complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.

Groq is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at talent@groq.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of the applicant’s identity and employment authorization in accordance with federal law.

Groq encourages people with criminal record histories to apply for employment, and values diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system. To that end, Groq welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance. Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster.

Req ID: R603

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