Compute Server Platform Architect

Cerebras Systems

Sunnyvale, California, US
On-site
X86 server platform architecture
Ai/ml/hpc infrastructure design
Linux systems performance analysis
Cerebras Systems is seeking a Compute Server Platform Architect to lead the architecture of their server-side platform for AI clusters. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in server architecture and performance engineering, particularly in AI/ML environments

Job Summary

  • Own the server-side platform architecture that enables Cerebras CS3-based AI clusters to deliver predictable performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Translate workload behavior into CPU, memory, IO, PCIe, and host-networking requirements, drive platform evaluations with vendors, and provide technical leadership through qualification and production adoption.
  • Stay current on emerging server technologies and run proof-of-concept evaluations to determine when to adopt.

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Cerebras Systems is seeking a Compute Server Platform Architect to lead the architecture of their server-side platform for AI clusters. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in server architecture and performance engineering, particularly in AI/ML environments.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • x86 server platform architecture
  • AI/ML/HPC infrastructure design
  • Linux systems performance analysis
  • high-performance IO paths
  • vendor engagement and roadmap influence

Nice-to-have

  • co-design with software
  • token-level latency optimization
  • cost efficiency
  • emerging server technologies evaluation

Key Requirements

  • PhD. in CS/EE + 8 years industry experience or Master’s/Bachelor’s + 10 years
  • 5+ years server platform architecture/systems performance engineering
  • Deep understanding of x86 server architecture
  • Strong Linux systems knowledge
  • Experience with high-performance IO paths
  • Proven ability to create and validate performance models
  • Experience working directly with vendors/partners
  • Strong cross-functional communication skills
  • Familiarity with C, C++, Python

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