Talent.com
Systems / GPU Research Engineer

Systems / GPU Research Engineer

Vast.aiLos Angeles, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Vast.ai's cloud powers AI projects and businesses all over the world. We are democratizing and decentralizing AI computing—reshaping our future for the benefit of humanity.

We are a small, growing, and highly motivated team dedicated to an ambitious technical plan. We operate with a flat mobile organizational structure where all contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is earned by those who show initiative and deliver excellence.

We seek engineers / researchers with strong intrinsic drive, a true passion for advancing the state of the art, and a mix of excellent research, coding, and communication skills.

LOCATION : On-site at our office in San Francisco or Westwood, Los Angeles.

About the Role

As a systems / GPU engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing new kernels and algorithms that can improve inference for AI models. You will help develop new high-performance tensor libraries and auto-optimization tools. Collaborating directly with our technical founder and diverse team, you will enhance the performance and efficiency of our AI systems. Your ability to research and stay on top of cutting-edge papers will be vital in staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI model inference and GPU programming techniques.

  • Full-Time
  • On-site at either our SF or LA offices

Tech Stack

C++ / CUDA, GPGPU, Python, Linux

Ideal Experience

  • Expertise in systems engineering across the tech stack
  • Deep understanding of GPU architectures
  • Strong holistic background in neural network performance and tooling
  • Published research at top AI conferences
  • Key Responsibilities

  • Develop or extend parallel generic GPU libraries and kernels
  • Help design and deploy market-based resource management systems
  • Quickly investigate and summarize options for new system architectures
  • Prototype and evaluate novel state-of-the-art methods / models
  • Investigate and learn new frameworks and tools
  • Interview Process

    After submitting your application, our technical team reviews your credentials. If selected, you'll proceed through the following stages :

  • Initial screening (virtual, 15 minutes)
  • Quick dive into Vast, systems and architectures (virtual, 30 minutes)
  • LLM-assisted coding assessment (virtual, 1 hour)
  • Meet and greet with coding assessment (on-site, 2 hours)
  • Our goal is to complete the interview process in two weeks. Annual Salary Range

    $160,000 – $320,000 + equity + benefits

    Vast.ai is hiring across all experience levels with compensation commensurate with background, experience and potential.

    Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Meaningful early-stage equity
  • Onsite meals, snacks, and close collaboration with founders / tech leaders
  • Ambitious, fast-paced startup culture where initiative is rewarded
  • Create a job alert for this search

    Research Engineer • Los Angeles, CA, US

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Systems Engineer, Senior

    Systems Engineer, Senior

    BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.El Segundo, CA, US
    Full-time +1
    Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big-picture thinking to make an impact on national security? You understand your customer's environment and how to devel...Show moreLast updated: 28 days ago
    Lead Space Systems Engineer

    Lead Space Systems Engineer

    OffWorldAltadena, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Lead Space Systems Engineer Full time position based in Altadena, CA OffWorld is a robotics startup working on developing a mobile robotic workforce for heavy industrial jobs on E...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    Senior Systems Engineer

    Senior Systems Engineer

    G2 Ops, Inc.El Segundo, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    El Segundo, CA at our customer site Job Code : 037 Work Setting : In person Looking to Start : April 2025 Salary Range : $130,000+ Openings : 1 Full-Time Role Knowledge Requirements : Demonstrated under...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    Research Engineer - Physics Based Simulations

    Research Engineer - Physics Based Simulations

    MachinaLabsLos Angeles, California, United States, 90001
    Full-time
    Machina Labs is a smart manufacturing company backed by leading investors in AI and Deep Tech (Innovation Endeavors, Nvidia NVentures, Lockheed Martin Ventures), founded in 2019 and based in Los An...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    HRL Laboratories LLC is hiring : Senior Radio Frequency Systems Engineer in Calab

    HRL Laboratories LLC is hiring : Senior Radio Frequency Systems Engineer in Calab

    MediabistroCalabasas, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Contribute technical expertise and work within a focused team that designs, integrates and tests radar and communication systems. Work closely with scientists and engineers to develop specifications...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Principal Electronics Engineer (FPGA & PCB Design / HDL)

    Principal Electronics Engineer (FPGA & PCB Design / HDL)

    SlopeCosta Mesa, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Technical lead for electrical engineering team, creating embedded compute solutions for vehicle management, DSP, and networking. Own the full PCB development cycle of host boards for FPGAs / SoCs / ...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
    • Promoted
    Systems Engineer

    Systems Engineer

    TEKsystemsWestlake Village, California, US
    Permanent
    Description The Systems Engineer is responsible for all onsite service and support needs for our customers, IT and IT business units. This relates to all technology, to include : virtual workstations...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
    • Promoted
    Electronics Engineer

    Electronics Engineer

    U.S. NavySun Valley, CA, United States
    Full-time +1
    To be eligible to enlist in the U.Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34.Every successful engineering career needs a solid foundation, and thats exactly what youll get.Do your job right...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    • New!
    Electronics Engineer

    Electronics Engineer

    Federal Bureau of InvestigationFullerton, CA, United States
    Full-time
    JOB DESCRIPTION The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze.Please note your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. At the FBI, we don’t just recognize talent—we...Show moreLast updated: 8 hours ago
    • Promoted
    Launch Systems Engineer

    Launch Systems Engineer

    The Aerospace CorporationLos Angeles, CA, United States
    Full-time
    The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded resea...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
    Linux Systems Engineer

    Linux Systems Engineer

    MetroSysLong Beach, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Platform Management & Optimization : Support the implementation, administration, and maintenance of Kubernetes, Linux, and VMware environments. Automate build, testing, and deployment of infrastr...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Nuclear Engineer

    Nuclear Engineer

    U.S. NavySan Pedro, CA, United States
    Full-time
    To be eligible to enlist in the U.Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34.The most powerful energy sources in the world need the most powerful minds behind them.As a Nuclear Reactors Eng...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Systems Engineer IV - Space Robotics

    Systems Engineer IV - Space Robotics

    Blue OriginWoodland Hills, CA, United States
    Permanent
    Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.We're working t...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
    Systems Engineer

    Systems Engineer

    IESE SolutionsEl Segundo, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    IESE Solutions is seeking a .Systems of Systems (SoS) Architectures, in .Space Systems Command (SSC) directorates.These directorates oversee the planning, development, testing, deployment...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Sr. Critical Systems Engineer

    Sr. Critical Systems Engineer

    Takeda PharmaceuticalLos Angeles, CA, United States
    Full-time
    By clicking the Apply button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that.I provide in my application will be processed in line with.I further attest that...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
    • Promoted
    Electronics Engineer

    Electronics Engineer

    Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Los Angeles, CA, United States
    Full-time
    JOB DESCRIPTION The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze.Please note your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. At the FBI, we don’t just recognize talent—we...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
    Mechatronics Responsible Engineer

    Mechatronics Responsible Engineer

    Sorting RoboticsVan Nuys, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Engineer to design, develop, and deploy robotic solutions to manufacturing companies.This position is a Mid-level position requiring . Do you love getting your hands dirty building things and s...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    Control Systems Engineer

    Control Systems Engineer

    Davis WireUSA, California, Irwindale
    Full-time
    Ability to edit PLC programs, repair and replace damaged and worn electrical components, including but not limited to; cards, capacitors, diodes, resistors, and cables, or identify components to re...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Sales Systems Engineer

    Sales Systems Engineer

    CommscopeLa Defense Paris, Other, France
    Full-time
    In our ‘always on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do.CommScope is a global leader in network infrastructure, providing innovative solutions for tele...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
    Systems Engineer

    Systems Engineer

    Idea EntitySanta Clarita, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Belcamp, MD, Orlando, FL, Camden, AR, Fullerton, CA, Santa Clarita, CA, Rustburg, VA.Notes : No C2C, must be US Citizen.We are seeking a highly skilled. This role focuses on assessing IT environments...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago