Bolt Graphics is a semiconductor startup based in Sunnyvale, CA building the fastest and most efficient graphics processors. We pride ourselves on our first principles approach to solving problems. We are energized by our mission to reduce the barrier of entry for content creation and consumption. Our goal is to enable everyone to easily create, simulate and consume immersive experiences as vividly as they can imagine them.
Our Values
- Be Fearless: Unmute yourself. Test boundaries and get proven right.
- Remain Adaptable: Stay comfortable in a continuously changing world. If you’re wrong, concede and move on.
- Educate Your Ego: Selflessly collaborate towards our shared purpose.
About the role:
As the CPU Compiler Lead, you will drive the performance of our proprietary GPU architecture, which includes a high-performance RISC-V CPU! Your goal is to ensure our toolchains extract every ounce of performance from the pipeline.
What you'll do:
- Optimize code generation for modern superscalar architectures
- Implement and integrate support for the latest ISAs in compilers
- Lead efforts in vectorization and autotuning
- Manage the integration of language standards
Qualifications:
- 8+ years industry experience with high-performance RISC-V CPU
- Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming
- Expertise in LLVM and GCC internals
- Strong knowledge of CPU architecture and microarchitecture
- Deep understanding of assembly language (x86-64, aarch64, or riscv)
- Proven track record in compiler middle-end or backend optimization
- Strong understanding of LLVM/Clang/GCC compiler infrastructure
- Understanding of parallel programming and vectorization
- Experience with code analysis and IR
- Demonstrated ability to ship high-quality production software
- Experience with technical leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with ML frameworks
- Experience co-designing hardware architectures
- Understanding of AVX, SVE, RISC-V and vector processors
Compensation Range: $175,000–$250,000 per year (California). This range represents the anticipated base pay for this role; the final offer may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision - 100% covered premiums
- Equity - Stock Options
- 401(k) match
- WFH Hardware
- Generous Paid Time Off
Bolt is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment in which we recognize and value each other’s differences as well as fostering a culture that promotes its core values: Professionalism, Integrity, and Respect. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Skills Required
- 8+ years industry experience with high-performance RISC-V CPU
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming
- Expertise in LLVM and GCC internals
- Strong knowledge of CPU architecture and microarchitecture
- Deep understanding of assembly language (x86-64, aarch64, or riscv)
- Proven track record in compiler middle-end or backend optimization
- Strong understanding of LLVM/Clang/GCC compiler infrastructure
- Understanding of parallel programming and vectorization
- Experience with code analysis and IR
- Demonstrated ability to ship high-quality production software
- Experience with technical leadership
What We Do
Bolt Graphics is a semiconductor startup building the fastest and most efficient graphics processors. Power consumption continues to rise with minimal performance improvements, resulting in increased cost and negative environmental impact. Hardware hasn’t kept up with consumer expectations, especially in industries like architecture, engineering, film, advertising, gaming, & scientific research. Our customers came to us to solve their two main problems: performance and power consumption. At Bolt Graphics, we constantly ask ourselves, “Why is it done this way?” and “How can we do it better?” This mindset enables our team to achieve orders of magnitude faster renders and simulations and drives our goal for everyone to create, simulate, and consume immersive experiences.
