Sr. Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI operator modules and kernels to maximize performance on custom ISA-based edge AI processors
• Implement high-performance kernel-level code using C/C++ and assembly language
• Analyze the mathematics of AI operators to create efficient hardware implementation solutions
• Utilize advanced profiling and debugging tools like GDB and trace analyzers to resolve performance bottlenecks
• Collaborate with hardware architects, compiler teams, and application developers to ensure seamless system integration
• Drive continuous performance improvements through rigorous testing and iterative optimization

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in kernel or low-level systems software development
• Expertise in AI/ML operator development or specialized compiler optimizations
• Proficiency in C/C++ and assembly language for specialized ISA implementations
• Deep knowledge of OS internals, memory management, and process scheduling
• Experience with kernel debugging and profiling tools such as GDB or Gprof

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant technical field
• Exposure to hardware/software co-design and emerging trends in AI hardware acceleration
• Proven track record of optimizing software in complex, high-performance computing environments

About the Company

NXP Semiconductors enables a smarter, safer, and more sustainable world through innovation. As a global leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP pushes boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets.