At Modular, we’re on a mission to revolutionize AI infrastructure by systematically rebuilding the AI software stack from the ground up. Our team, made up of industry leaders and experts, is building cutting-edge, modular infrastructure that simplifies AI development and deployment. By rethinking the complexities of AI systems, we’re empowering everyone to unlock AI’s full potential and tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
If you’re passionate about shaping the future of AI and creating tools that make a real difference in people’s lives, we want you on our team. You can read about our culture and careers to understand how we work and what we value.
Modular is looking for AI Graph Compiler Engineers to work on multi-framework, multi-hardware and user-extensible compiler infrastructure. The Modular Graph Compiler is a central piece of our stack that bridges the gap between frameworks and hardware for ML models. We’re looking for ambitious engineers who are willing to develop their skills and learn from an incredible team. You will contribute to the design, implementation, and integration of graph compiler features with the rest of the modular stack, and will learn communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across team boundaries.
LOCATION: Candidates based in the US or Canada are welcome to apply. You can work out of our office in Los Altos, CA or remotely from home.
What you will do:- Build an MLIR and LLVM-based machine learning compiler with scalable and high quality infrastructure
- Write generic and extensible optimizations, such as constant folding, operation fusion, model parallelization, and quantization.
- Analyze and improve performance across multiple different model architectures.
- Work with other teams to provide a balanced stack that fully utilizes today’s complex hardware.
What you bring to the table:
- 1+ years of compiler engineering experience (which might include academic and internship experience)
- Experience working with compilers for machine learning frameworks, such as PyTorch.
- Knowledge of core compiler algorithms and data structures.
- Knowledge of and experience working with MLIR and LLVM.
- Knowledge of C++, as well as, knowledge of basic GitHub workflows like pull requests.
- Creativity and curiosity for solving complex problems, a team-oriented attitude that enables you to work well with others, and alignment with our culture.
Helpful but not required:
- Experience with ML graph optimizations, parallel / distributed programming, heterogeneous ML computation, and/or code generation.
- Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related area is a plus.
- Amazing Team. We are a progressive and agile team with some of the industry’s best engineering and product leaders.
- World-class Benefits. In order to attract the best, we need to offer the best. Premier insurance plans, up to 5% 401k matching, flexible paid time off, and more are available to you! Please note that specific benefit packages may vary based on your location.
- Competitive Compensation. We offer very strong compensation packages, including stock options. We want people to be focused on their best work and believe in tailoring compensation plans to meet the needs of our workforce.
- Team Building Events. We organize regular team onsites and local meetups in different cities.
Working at Modular will enable you to grow quickly as you work alongside incredibly motivated and talented people who have high standards, possess a growth mindset, and a purpose to truly change the world.
The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in the US, regardless of the state, is $135,000.00 - $260,000.00 USD.
The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in Canada, regardless of the province, is $128,000.00 - $246,000.00 CAD.
The salary for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of permissible, non-discriminatory job-related factors, which include but are not limited to education, training, work experience, business needs, or market demands. This range may be modified in the future. The total compensation for a candidate will also include annual target bonus, equity, and benefits, with equity making up a significant portion of your total compensation.
For candidates who fall outside of the listed requirements, we nevertheless encourage you to apply as we may have openings that are lower/higher level than the ones advertised.
Modular is proud to emphasize an equal opportunity, safe environment for people to do their best work. Modular is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let your recruiter know, and we will work with you to meet your needs in compliance with the ADA.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
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