(Italy based) Senior Engineer – Computing Architecture Software Tooling

Axelera AI, a pioneering deep-tech startup with $120M in funding and a team of 180+ employees (including 55+ PhDs), is seeking a Senior Engineer for Computing Architecture Software Tooling. This role is pivotal in developing state-of-the-art AI computing systems.

The position offers a unique opportunity to work with the Architecture team, where you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining foundational tools and methodologies for complex integrated circuits and computing architectures. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to optimize the design environment for efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

As a Senior Engineer, you'll lead the development of custom tooling frameworks, create automation pipelines, and work closely with hardware and software teams. The role requires expertise in Python programming, CI/CD systems, and low-level C programming. You'll be instrumental in optimizing design flows and improving the overall design environment.

The company offers an attractive compensation package including pension plan, insurance benefits, and the opportunity to own company shares. Based in Italy (with options in Bologna, Florence, or Milan), the position supports relocation for international talent.

Axelera AI's culture promotes creativity, innovation, and collaborative ownership. They've launched their Metis™ AI Platform, achieving 3-5x increase in efficiency and performance, with a strong business pipeline exceeding $100M. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about advancing AI technology and working in a dynamic, international environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in software engineering and tooling infrastructure, strong technical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and leadership opportunity in a rapidly growing AI company.