Sr. Principal Technologist - Software

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Santa Clara, CA
7+ Years Experience
Big Data • Information Technology
The Role
The Sr. Principal Technologist will drive the architecture and development of COSMOS software solutions, engage with customers, influence product features, and provide innovative solutions for hyperscale data centers, leveraging extensive expertise in software and system management.
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Astera Labs is a global leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions that unlock the full potential of AI and cloud infrastructure. Our Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates PCIe®, CXL®, and Ethernet semiconductor-based solutions and the COSMOS software suite of system management and optimization tools to deliver a software-defined architecture that is both scalable and customizable. Inspired by trusted relationships with hyperscalers and the data center ecosystem, we are an innovation leader delivering products that are flexible and interoperable. Discover how we are transforming modern data-driven applications at www.asteralabs.com. 

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of software, and system management architecture? Do you thrive when pitching cutting-edge technology solutions to customers and industry partners? We are seeking a creative customer facing Technologist to help facilitate Astera’s development of our COSMOS software solutions. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving the architecture and definition of future products by leveraging your expertise in software architecture, SOC architecture, PCIe/CXL/Ethernet technologies, system management, and hardware-software co-design. You will have the opportunity to directly engage with customers, influence product features and roadmap, and help drive innovation to better solve our customers challenges in hyperscale data centers

This role is fully in person, in Santa Clara. Some travel may be required.

Basic qualifications 

  • BS in Computer Science, or Electrical/Computer engineering, MS or PhD preferred.
  • ≥10 years' experience developing datacenter software solutions for servers, AI systems, and switches
  • Experience working in a customer-facing role with the ability to articulate technical concepts, influence decision-making, and build business cases for new software products or services
  • Ability to dig deeply into technical challenges and use cases
  • Strong understanding of chip design principles, architecture, and FW development
  • Strong understanding of datacenter system management solutions using industry standards from DMTF, OpenBMC, OCP, and the Linux Foundation.
  • Strong understanding of “full stack” solutions from silicon to application integration
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a track record of driving technical initiatives and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally for customer meetings and industry events.

Preferred experience 

  • Expertise in PCIe, CXL, and/or Ethernet management interfaces
  • Expertise in switch, fabric, and device management
  • Experience in product integration with BIOS, kernel, OS, tooling, and BMCs
  • Experience with benchmarking and performance optimization
  • Existing engagement and robust network within industry organizations such as PCI-SIG, OCP, DMTF, CXL, IEEE, etc.
  • Deep experience driving silicon definition based on customer requirements and managing product exploration internally.

We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.

Top Skills

Cxl
Ethernet
Pcie
Soc Architecture
Software Architecture
The Company
HQ: Santa Clara, CA
148 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Astera Labs Inc., a fabless semiconductor company headquartered in the heart of California’s Silicon Valley, is a leader in purpose-built connectivity solutions for data-centric systems throughout the data center.

Partnering with leading processor vendors, cloud service providers, seasoned investors, and world-class manufacturing companies, Astera Labs is helping customers remove performance bottlenecks in data-intensive systems that are limiting the true potential of applications such as artificial intelligence and machine learning.

The company’s product portfolio includes system-aware semiconductor integrated circuits, boards, and services to enable robust CXL, PCIe, and Ethernet connectivity.

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