Senior GPU Performance Engineer
Company: Zoox
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Zoox is building the world's most advanced self-driving hardware
and software solution. The efficiency demands of such a system
require an expert fine tuning of both the compute hardware
architecture as well as the algorithms and middleware that runs on
it to achieve maximum throughput at the most optimal power levels.
-The Core Performance team's mission is to analyze, optimize and
provide guidance to the software and hardware teams in order to
meet the required specifications. - -As a GPU performance software
engineer within the Core Performance team, you will instrument,
monitor, analyze and optimize GPU based algorithms that are
performance-critical for our solution. The scope for GPU usage
ranges from traditional computer vision and deep learning
architectures to complex geometric reasoning and multi-agent
decision making. -Responsibilities Build real-time instrumentation
for performance monitoring (CPU, GPU, latency, memory) of the
system at hand and offline benchmarking frameworks to support
performance evaluationBuild tools and scripts to evaluate & analyze
performance at scale in CI as well as in vehicle. Establish budgets
for existing architectures, and provide data to define next-gen
architectures.Analyze performance metrics to identify GPU hotspots
and root causes, and propose and co-implement actionable solutions
with component teams. -Support teams on bringing serial algorithms
to the GPU to maximize compute utilization and improve overall
latency.Work as part of the Core team to build a middleware
framework that promotes by default efficient and performant code
development by maximizing CPU and GPU.Qualifications BS in computer
science or related fieldStrong knowledge of C++ and experience in
large code basesStrong knowledge of CUDA as applied to recent GPU
microarchitectures (e.g., Turing, Ampere)Strong knowledge in linear
algebra; 3D geometry and/or dynamical systems and
controlExperiencing debugging and optimizing GPU kernels using
tools like Nsight Systems and ComputeComfortable in Linux
development environmentsBonus QualificationsGPU kernel development
experience in a firm/hard real-time environmentExperience in
development, debugging and profiling of complex multiprocess
systems (e.g. game engines, robotic systems) - -Experience with
PTX-level programmingExperience with CPU SIMD instructions (e.g.,
AVX intrinsics)Experience with TensortRT and custom CUDA
layersCompensationThere are three major components to compensation
for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs),
and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The salary range for this
position is $210,000 to $300,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as
part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on
geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning
within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but
not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain
knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in
this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is
considering for this position.Zoox also offers a comprehensive
package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave,
vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation
Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance,
long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life
insurance.Vaccine MandateEmployees working in this position will be
required to have received a single dose of the J&J/Janssen
COVID-19 vaccine OR have completed the two-dose Pfizer or Moderna
vaccine series. -In addition, employees will be required to receive
a COVID-19 booster vaccine within two months of becoming eligible
for the booster vaccine.Employees will be required to show proof of
vaccination status upon receipt of a conditional offer of
employment. That offer of employment will be conditioned upon,
among other things, an Applicant's ability to show proof of
vaccination status. Please note the Company provides reasonable
accommodations in accordance with applicable state, federal, and
local laws.About ZooxZoox is developing the first ground-up, fully
autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to
bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of
robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the
next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments.
We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to
be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.Follow
us on LinkedInA Final Note:You do not need to match every listed
expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that
diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be
successful, and we are committed to building a team that
encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and
skills.Foster City, CA /Software - C++ Software Engineer
/Full-time/ Hybrid
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