AI/HPC System Architect
- Pay
- $155,000 – $255,000 per year
- Location
- San Jose, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Executive
- Experience
- 15+ years
- Education
- Doctorate
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- AI system architecture
- HPC infrastructure design
- compute memory networking bottlenecks
- hardware/software co-design
Also useful
- LLMs
- GNN
- DLRM
Stated benefits & perks
- Health
- 401k match
- Pto
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.
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.
- Work Model: Onsite
- Job Title: AI/HPC System Architect
- Office Location: San Jose, CA
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Work Model: Onsite
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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:
- E-Verify Participation Poster (Bilingual English & Spanish)
- IER Right to Work Poster (English)
- IER Right to Work Poster (Spanish)
From SK hynix's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The AI/HPC System Architect posting at SK hynix states compensation of $155,000 – $255,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on SK hynix's official career site.
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