Kinara is a Bay Area-based venture backed company with a revolutionary architecture developed based on research conducted at Stanford University by Rehan Hameed and Wajahat Qadeer under the guidance of Prof. Mark Horowitz and Prof. Christos Kozyrakis. Our game-changing AI solutions are designed to transform what individuals and businesses can accomplish. Our Ara inference processors, in conjunction with our SDK, deliver unparalleled deep learning performance at the edge to enhance and optimize real-time decision-making in scenarios where every millisecond counts and power efficiency is crucial. Kinara's solutions integrate high-performance AI into edge devices to build a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. With Edge AI poised for exponential growth, Kinara is poised to play a significant role in this evolution. As a part of our team, you will have the following responsibilities: - Collaborate closely with customers to support and facilitate embedded application development - Troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported issues with high quality solutions - Develop necessary technical user documentation outlining product features - Establish communication plans and processes to efficiently prioritize customer concerns, issues, and features Required qualifications for this position include: - Demonstrated ability to provide effective customer support - Customer-centric approach with a proven track record of conducting root-cause analysis and implementing permanent solutions - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electronics along with 5-10 years of relevant experience - Proficiency in developing multi-threaded embedded software applications - Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python - Strong problem-solving abilities - Excellent communication skills Preferred qualifications that would be advantageous for this role are: - Strong analytical and quantitative skills - Experience in video/multimedia/image processing software development - Familiarity with Neural Networks, AI/ML/DL models, and training frameworks like TensorFlow, Caffe, PyTorch - Experience with vision frameworks including OpenCV, gstreamer, OpenCL, etc. - Knowledge of Driver development in Linux, MacOS, or Windows platforms - Expertise in debugging hardware systems - Ability to work independently as well as in collaborative team settings Joining our team at Kinara, you will: - Contribute to a pioneering team that is shaping the future of AI and edge computing - Engage in innovative projects that address real-world challenges - Have the opportunity to grow within a dynamic and forward-thinking organization - Enjoy competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment Our work culture at Kinara is centered around fostering innovation. Our team comprises technology experts with a holistic perspective and mentors who guide dedicated professionals to tackle exciting challenges. We believe in shared responsibilities, where every viewpoint is respected and valued. Come be a part of our team and make your mark in the tech industry. We look forward to considering your application.,
You will be part of Kinara, a Bay Area-based venture backed company, founded based on research conducted at Stanford University. Kinara's game-changing AI solutions aim to revolutionize what individuals and businesses can accomplish. Their Ara inference processors, combined with an innovative SDK, offer unparalleled deep learning performance at the edge. This enables the acceleration and optimization of real-time decision-making, emphasizing the importance of speed and power efficiency. By embedding high-performance AI into edge devices, Kinara contributes to creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. As the field of Edge AI is on the verge of a significant growth phase, Kinara is poised to play a pivotal role in this evolution. Your responsibilities will include the physical design of complex data path and control blocks, development of new techniques and flows for rapid hardware prototyping, creation of flows enabling detailed power estimation, collaboration with the design team to understand placement and recommend implementation options, as well as engagement with external teams to drive and deliver subsystems leading to chip tapeout. Preferred qualifications for this role include a BTech/MTech degree in EE/CS with at least 8 years of experience in Physical Design. You should possess extensive knowledge of Automated synthesis, Technology mapping, Place-and-Route, and Layout techniques, along with skills in Physical verification and quality checks such as LVS, DRC, IR drop, Clock tree synthesis, Power mesh design, and Signal integrity. Familiarity with the latest foundry nodes up to 7nm is desirable, as well as hands-on experience with various design aspects including Synthesis, Place-and-route, Full Chip STA, IO Planning, Floorplan, Power Mesh creation, Bump Planning, RDL Routing, and Low power design flows. Strong expertise in advanced digital design architectures and clocking structures is essential to manage timing and physical design constraints effectively. Furthermore, you should be able to collaborate with designers to analyze and explore physical implementation options for complex designs, possess basic knowledge of DFT techniques, and be familiar with industry-standard PnR, Synthesis, and TCL Scripting tools. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team are also crucial. At Kinara, the work culture is centered around fostering innovation. The environment encourages professionals to tackle exciting challenges under the guidance of technology experts and mentors. The company values diverse perspectives and shared responsibilities, creating a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere where every individual's input is respected and appreciated. If you are passionate about making an impact and are eager to take on rewarding challenges, Kinara awaits your application eagerly. Join Kinara and be a part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Your unique skills and experiences will contribute to shaping the future of AI solutions and advancing the field of Edge AI. Share your story with us, and let's work together to create a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world.,
As a VLSI Design Engineer at Kinara, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on edge AI technology, pushing the boundaries of what's achievable in machine learning and artificial intelligence. You will contribute to the development of state-of-the-art AI processors and high-speed interconnects, ensuring unmatched performance, power efficiency, and scalability to meet the demands of modern AI applications. Your role will involve working on cutting-edge semiconductor projects, requiring a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaborative teamwork. Your responsibilities will include defining micro-architecture and creating detailed design specifications, developing RTL code based on system-level requirements using Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog, implementing complex digital functions and algorithms in RTL, and executing comprehensive test plans to verify RTL designs. You will optimize designs for power, performance, and area constraints, conduct simulation and debugging activities to ensure design accuracy, collaborate with verification engineers to develop test benches and validate RTL against specifications, and apply your strong understanding of digital design principles and concepts. To excel in this role, you should possess proficiency in writing and debugging RTL code, experience with synthesis, static timing analysis, and linting tools, familiarity with scripting languages like Python, Perl, or TCL for automation, and expertise in processor subsystem design, interconnect design, or high-speed IO interface design. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, along with 5+ years of experience in RTL design and verification, is required. Proven experience in digital logic design using Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog, familiarity with simulation tools such as VCS, QuestaSim, or similar, and hands-on experience with RTL design tools like Synopsys Design Compiler and Cadence Genus is preferred. At Kinara, we offer an innovative environment where technology experts and mentors collaborate to tackle exciting challenges. We believe in sharing responsibilities and valuing diverse viewpoints. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of edge AI technology, we invite you to join our team and contribute to creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. Your application is eagerly awaited as we look forward to reviewing your qualifications and experiences. Make your mark with us at Kinara!,
As a Hardware Architect at Kinara, a Bay Area-based venture backed company, you will play a crucial role in developing game-changing AI solutions that revolutionize what people and businesses can achieve. Your primary responsibility will be to develop architecture models for AI chips, ensuring that they accurately reflect design specifications and requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including hardware and software departments, you will work towards cohesive and efficient chip design and functionality. In addition to architecture modeling, you will conduct in-depth performance analysis to identify and resolve bottlenecks in AI chip designs. Using simulation and analytical methods, you will predict and enhance chip performance while working closely with software teams to validate performance models with real-world applications and workloads. Furthermore, you will perform detailed power analysis to ensure that AI chips meet stringent power consumption targets. To be successful in this role, you should hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, along with a minimum of 8 years of experience in hardware architecture/design of silicon chips. You must possess a strong understanding of computer architecture principles and AI chip design, as well as proficiency in C/C++/Verilog. Preferred qualifications for this position include excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communication and teamwork abilities, the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and a detail-oriented approach with a focus on delivering high-quality results. At Kinara, we have an innovative environment that encourages technology experts to tackle exciting challenges while sharing responsibilities and valuing every point of view. If you are passionate about making a mark in the field of AI hardware architecture and are looking for a dynamic team to join, we look forward to reviewing your application. Join us at Kinara and be a part of creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world through cutting-edge edge AI solutions.,
Hyderabad, India Who we are Kinara is a Bay Area-based venture backed company. Our architecture is based on research done at Stanford University by Rehan Hameed and Wajahat Qadeer under the guidance of legendary Prof. Mark Horowitz (http://www-vlsi.stanford.edu/~horowitz/) and Prof. Christos Kozyrakis (http://csl.stanford.edu/~christos/). What we do Our game-changing AI solutions revolutionize what people and businesses can achieve. Ara inference processors combined with our SDK deliver unrivalled deep learning performance at the edge to accelerate and optimize real-time decision making where every millisecond is critical, and power efficiency is a must. Kinara solutions embed high- performance AI into edge devices to create a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. Edge AI is on the brink of a boom, and Kinara is looking forward to playing a significant role in it. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced developers for our kernel development team focused on building and optimizing AI/ML operators using our specialised Instruction Set Architecture (ISA). In this role, you will be responsible for design, development, and performance tuning of core kernel components that directly influence the efficiency and reliability of AI/ML workloads on our custom hardware. You will work closely with compiler teams, hardware architects, and application developers to deliver an operator that maximizes performance while meeting stringent accuracy and latency requirements. Key Responsibilities Design and development of core kernel modules, optimized for both performance and energy efficiency under AI/ML workloads. Design and development of advanced performance profiling/optimization and debugging tools to ensure low latency. Analyse kernel performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations at the software and feedback to the hardware for next generation improvements. Ensure to follow and propose industry best practices for code quality, performance testing, and validation of kernels. Collaborate with hardware architects, compiler teams to align the kernel design with the underlying ISA capabilities and seamless integration of AIML models. Stay current on emerging trends in ISA design, low-level programming, and AI/ML hardware acceleration. Ensure that documentation of the kernel components is made. Necessary Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related field. Work experience in C/C++ is required and python is plus. 3+ years of industry experience in kernel or low-level system software development, with a strong background in optimizing performance for specialized hardware. Appropriate understanding of assembly language, computer architecture, ISA design/Development, and related performance optimization techniques. Demonstrated experience in using debugging and performance profiling tools (e.g., kernel debuggers, profilers, trace analyzers). Experience with developing AI/ML operators or accelerators in hardware-software co-design environments, is a plus. Experience of relevant industry standards and emerging trends in AI hardware acceleration is a plus. What We Offer An opportunity to lead innovative kernel development projects at the cutting-edge intersection of AI/ML and custom ISA design. A collaborative, dynamic work environment with access to state-of-the-art technology and methodologies. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and impact. Work culture We at Kinara have an environment that fosters innovation. Our team has technology experts who understand the big picture and mentors who coach passionate professionals to work on the most exciting challenges. We share responsibilities in everything we do, where every point of view is valued. Join us!
As a Junior ASIC Verification Engineer at Kinara, you will be part of our dynamic team working on cutting-edge AI solutions that are revolutionizing the capabilities of individuals and businesses. Your primary responsibility will be to lead and execute verification efforts for complex ASIC designs, ensuring the quality and reliability of our products. Your key responsibilities will include developing and maintaining verification plans, testbenches, and test cases for ASIC designs. You will design and implement SystemVerilog/UVM-based verification environments, create and execute test cases to verify functionality, performance, and compliance with specifications, as well as write test plans and test cases at the unit or SOC level. To excel in this role, you should hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in SystemVerilog, C, and C++ languages is essential, along with experience with verification tools such as VCS, QuestaSim, or similar. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, excellent communication, and teamwork abilities are also necessary for success in this position. Preferred qualifications include experience with scripting languages like Python or Perl, knowledge of industry standards and protocols (e.g., AXI, AHB), and familiarity with formal verification techniques. At Kinara, we have a culture that fosters innovation, with technology experts and mentors who coach passionate professionals to tackle exciting challenges collaboratively. Join us at Kinara and be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and encourages sharing of responsibilities. We are excited to review your application and hear your unique story. Make your mark with us!,
As a part of Kinara, a Bay Area-based venture backed company with a strong foundation in research at Stanford University, you will play a crucial role in revolutionizing AI solutions to enhance the capabilities of individuals and businesses. Your primary responsibility will involve collaborating closely with customers to support and facilitate embedded application development. By developing software applications that showcase Deep Learning use cases, particularly in vision analytics workloads, you will contribute to the advancement of edge AI technology. Additionally, you will be tasked with creating application notes and documentation on software tool flows, as well as conducting performance and power measurement and analysis of Embedded AI systems. Your role will also include devising communication plans and processes to efficiently prioritize customer issues and features. To excel in this position, you must possess a customer-centric approach with a proven track record of root-cause analysis and problem-solving. A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electronics, coupled with at least 5 years of experience, is required. Proficiency in building embedded software applications and programming languages such as Python, C, and C++, as well as experience with vision frameworks like OpenCV, gstreamer, and OpenCL, are essential qualifications. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are crucial for success in this role. Furthermore, preferred qualifications include strong analytical and quantitative skills, experience in video/multimedia/image processing software development, and exposure to Neural Networks, AI/ML/DL models, and frameworks like TensorFlow, Caffe, and PyTorch. Familiarity with driver development in Linux, MacOS, or Windows platforms, debugging hardware, and the ability to work independently or in collaborative team environments are advantageous. Joining Kinara means being part of an innovative environment that encourages creativity and growth. With a team of technology experts and mentors guiding passionate professionals, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects and share responsibilities. Your unique perspective and skills will be valued as you contribute to shaping the future of AI technology. Take the next step in your career and make a mark with Kinara we are excited to review your application and hear your story.,
Role Overview: As a Junior ASIC Verification Engineer at Kinara, you will be a key member of the dynamic team responsible for leading and executing verification efforts for complex ASIC designs. Your role will involve developing and maintaining verification plans, testbenches, and test cases to ensure the quality and reliability of our products. You will design and implement SystemVerilog/UVM-based verification environments, create and execute test cases, and write testplans at unit or SOC level. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain verification plans, testbenches, and test cases for ASIC designs. - Design and implement SystemVerilog/UVM-based verification environments. - Create and execute test cases to verify functionality, performance, and compliance with specifications. - Write testplans, testcases at unit or SOC level. Qualifications Required: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - Expertise in SystemVerilog, C, C++ languages. - Experience with verification tools such as VCS, QuestaSim, or similar is helpful. - Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. - Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Additional Details: Kinara fosters an environment of innovation where technology experts and mentors work together to tackle exciting challenges. The team at Kinara values shared responsibilities and diverse perspectives, making it an ideal place to work. Join us and be a part of our journey towards creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world through high-performance AI solutions embedded in edge devices. Make your mark and become a part of the Kinara team!,
Kinara is a Bay Area-based venture backed company with a revolutionary architecture developed based on research conducted at Stanford University by Rehan Hameed and Wajahat Qadeer under the guidance of Prof. Mark Horowitz and Prof. Christos Kozyrakis. Our game-changing AI solutions are designed to transform what individuals and businesses can accomplish. Our Ara inference processors, in conjunction with our SDK, deliver unparalleled deep learning performance at the edge to enhance and optimize real-time decision-making in scenarios where every millisecond counts and power efficiency is crucial. Kinara's solutions integrate high-performance AI into edge devices to build a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. With Edge AI poised for exponential growth, Kinara is poised to play a significant role in this evolution. As a part of our team, you will have the following responsibilities: - Collaborate closely with customers to support and facilitate embedded application development - Troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported issues with high quality solutions - Develop necessary technical user documentation outlining product features - Establish communication plans and processes to efficiently prioritize customer concerns, issues, and features Required qualifications for this position include: - Demonstrated ability to provide effective customer support - Customer-centric approach with a proven track record of conducting root-cause analysis and implementing permanent solutions - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electronics along with 5-10 years of relevant experience - Proficiency in developing multi-threaded embedded software applications - Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, and Python - Strong problem-solving abilities - Excellent communication skills Preferred qualifications that would be advantageous for this role are: - Strong analytical and quantitative skills - Experience in video/multimedia/image processing software development - Familiarity with Neural Networks, AI/ML/DL models, and training frameworks like TensorFlow, Caffe, PyTorch - Experience with vision frameworks including OpenCV, gstreamer, OpenCL, etc. - Knowledge of Driver development in Linux, MacOS, or Windows platforms - Expertise in debugging hardware systems - Ability to work independently as well as in collaborative team settings Joining our team at Kinara, you will: - Contribute to a pioneering team that is shaping the future of AI and edge computing - Engage in innovative projects that address real-world challenges - Have the opportunity to grow within a dynamic and forward-thinking organization - Enjoy competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment Our work culture at Kinara is centered around fostering innovation. Our team comprises technology experts with a holistic perspective and mentors who guide dedicated professionals to tackle exciting challenges. We believe in shared responsibilities, where every viewpoint is respected and valued. Come be a part of our team and make your mark in the tech industry. We look forward to considering your application.,
As a part of Kinara, a Bay Area-based venture backed company, your role will involve developing verification environments for modules, subsystems, top level, and FPGA. You will be responsible for building models, checkers, and random test frameworks using SystemVerilog and UVM. Additionally, you will participate in Low power analysis (UPF), power estimation, and C modeling. Your tasks will also include performing lint, CDC, code coverage, functional coverage, and formal verification of modules using SVA assertions. Key Responsibilities: - Develop verification environments for modules, subsystems, top level, and FPGA - Build models, checkers, and random test frameworks using SystemVerilog and UVM - Participate in Low power analysis (UPF), power estimation, C modeling - Perform lint, CDC, code coverage, functional coverage - Formal verification of modules using SVA assertions Qualifications Required: - Experience in verifying complex subsystems and ASICs - Experience with building scalable verification environments from scratch - Proficient at Verilog, UVM, EDA tools, scripting, automation, build, regression systems etc. - Exposure to FPGA emulation platforms, silicon bringup, board debug - BTech/MTech in EE/CS with any level of experience Kinara fosters innovation and provides an environment where every team member's viewpoint is valued. As part of the team, you will have access to technology experts and mentors who will guide and coach you to work on exciting challenges. If you are passionate about making a difference in the field of edge AI, Kinara welcomes you to join them in creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. Make your mark by applying today!,
You will be part of a highly talented global team at Kinara, developing neural network systems. As a member of a software engineering team, you will have the opportunity to design and implement compilers and translators for AI computing systems. Working closely with ASIC and hardware teams, you will propose architectural features and develop software for the system to build the highest perf/watt system. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop neural network systems - Design and implement compilers and translators for AI computing systems - Propose architectural features and develop software for the system - Collaborate with ASIC and hardware teams **Qualifications Required:** - Excellent knowledge of Python/C/C++, data structures, and algorithms - Experience in neural network frameworks like TensorFlow, ONNX, Caffe, PyTorch, etc. - BTech/MTech with 4+ years of experience in software development At Kinara, you will be part of an environment that fosters innovation. The team consists of technology experts and mentors who coach passionate professionals to work on exciting challenges. The work culture encourages shared responsibilities and values every point of view. Join Kinara to be a part of this collaborative and innovative environment. We look forward to reviewing your application. Make your mark!,
As a Physical Design Engineer at Kinara, you will play a crucial role in the development of complex data path and control blocks. Your responsibilities will include: - Developing new techniques and flows to rapidly prototype hardware blocks. - Implementing flows that allow for detailed power estimation. - Collaborating with the design team to understand placement and recommend implementation options. - Engaging with external teams to drive and deliver subsystems leading to chip tapeout. Preferred qualifications for this role include: - BTech/MTech EE/CS with 8+ years of Physical Design experience. - Extensive knowledge of Automated synthesis, Technology mapping, Place-and-Route, and Layout techniques. - Proficiency in Physical verification and quality checks like LVS, DRC, IR drop. - Experience in Clock tree synthesis, Power mesh design, and Signal integrity. - Familiarity with the latest foundry nodes up to 7nm. - Hands-on experience with Synthesis, Automatics Place-and-route, Full Chip STA, IO Planning, Full Chip Floorplan, Power Mesh creation, Bump Planning, RDL Routing, and Low power design flows. - Strong understanding of advanced digital design architectures and clocking structures. - Ability to collaborate with designers to analyze and explore physical implementation options for complex designs. - Basic knowledge of DFT techniques and implications on Physical design. - Desired tool familiarity with industry-standard PnR, Synthesis, etc. tools, and TCL Scripting. - Strong communication skills and a good team player. At Kinara, we foster an innovative work culture where technology experts and mentors collaborate to tackle exciting challenges. We value diverse perspectives and shared responsibilities in our work environment. Join us and be a part of a team that encourages growth and excellence. We look forward to learning more about your story and reviewing your application. Make your mark at Kinara!,
Role Overview: As an HW engineer at Kinara, you will be responsible for board design, verification of hardware products, and collaborating closely with other functional teams during development. Your role will also involve working with vendors and agencies throughout the product development process. Additionally, you will be involved in developing software applications to showcase Deep Learning use cases, particularly in vision analytics workloads. Your responsibilities will include creating application notes, documenting software tool flows, and conducting performance and power measurement and analysis of Embedded AI systems. Key Responsibilities: - Designing and verifying new digital circuits/boards for hardware products - Selecting and qualifying new/alternate components during product design - Collaborating with component engineering, PCB layout, and mechanical teams to ensure design standards are met - Working with prototype vendors to develop prototypes and design products for manufacturability - Understanding and meeting various Agency certification requirements (FCC/CE/UL, etc.) for product certification - Utilizing EMI/EMC concepts to debug issues and support Agency certification - Collaborating with ASIC hardware and software teams as needed during product development - Participating in design reviews at various phases of product development - Taking overall responsibility for the product from design to mass production Qualifications Required: - BTech/MTech in EE/ECE with any level of experience - Basic understanding of C programming language - Deep understanding of HW design flow, including architecture, design, verification, prototyping, timing analysis, and characterization - Excellent problem-solving skills - Excellent communication skills - Demonstrated ability to support customers - Experience in developing products for the AI domain Company Details: Kinara is a Bay Area-based venture-backed company that specializes in AI solutions aimed at revolutionizing what people and businesses can achieve. Their architecture, based on research conducted at Stanford University, focuses on delivering high-performance AI solutions at the edge to enhance real-time decision-making and power efficiency. Join Kinara to be part of a team that fosters innovation, values diverse perspectives, and offers exciting challenges for passionate professionals in the technology industry. Make your mark at Kinara and contribute to creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world through cutting-edge AI solutions.,
Role Overview: As an Architect at Kinara, you will play a crucial role in architecting, developing, and deploying software development flows. You will be responsible for setting up SCM tools, Continuous integration tools, cluster software, writing wrappers around open source and proprietary tools, automating databases, servers, storage, software, tools, web servers, and licenses, as well as developing tools to monitor and manage various systems. Key Responsibilities: - Architect, develop, and deploy software development flows - Setup SCM tools, Continuous integration tools, cluster software - Write wrappers around commonly available open source and proprietary tools - Setup and automate databases, servers, storage, software, tools, web servers, and licenses - Develop tools to monitor and manage various systems Qualifications Required: - Excellent knowledge of Python/C/C++, data structures, and algorithms - Experience with scalable software and hardware development infrastructure - Extensive scripting and automation experience in Linux environments - Extensive experience in build, test, package, and release flows and automation - BTech/MTech in EE/CS with any level of experience Company Details: Kinara is a Bay Area-based venture backed company that revolutionizes what people and businesses can achieve with game-changing AI solutions. Their Ara inference processors combined with their SDK deliver unrivaled deep learning performance at the edge, creating a smarter, safer, and more enjoyable world. At Kinara, you will be part of an innovative environment with technology experts and mentors who encourage working on exciting challenges while sharing responsibilities and valuing every perspective. Join Kinara and be a part of shaping the future of Edge AI!,
As a Hardware Architect at Kinara, you will play a crucial role in the design and optimization of AI chips. Your responsibilities will include: Role Overview: You will be responsible for developing architecture models for AI chips, ensuring they accurately reflect design specifications and requirements by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Additionally, you will utilize industry-standard tools and methodologies for architecture modeling. Key Responsibilities: - Develop architecture models for AI chips - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reflection of design specifications - Utilize industry-standard tools and methodologies for architecture modeling - Conduct in-depth performance analysis to identify and resolve bottlenecks in AI chip designs - Use simulation and analytical methods to predict and enhance chip performance - Work with software teams to validate performance models with real-world applications and workloads - Perform detailed power analysis to ensure AI chips meet stringent power consumption targets Qualifications Required: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field - Minimum of 8 years of experience in hardware architecture/design of silicon chips - Strong understanding of computer architecture principles and AI chip design - Proficiency in C/C++/Verilog At Kinara, you will be part of an innovative environment where technology experts and mentors collaborate to tackle exciting challenges. The work culture at Kinara encourages shared responsibilities and values every point of view. Join us in making your mark on the future of AI technology.,
You will be joining Kinara, a Bay Area-based venture backed company focused on edge AI technology, aiming to revolutionize machine learning and artificial intelligence. As a VLSI Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing state-of-the-art AI processors and high-speed interconnects, optimizing performance, power efficiency, and scalability for modern AI applications. - Define micro-architecture and write detailed design specifications. - Develop RTL code using Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog based on system-level specifications. - Implement complex digital functions and algorithms in RTL. - Create and execute detailed test plans to verify RTL designs. - Optimize designs for power, performance, and area constraints. - Perform simulation and debugging to ensure design correctness. - Collaborate with verification engineers to validate RTL against specifications. - Possess a strong understanding of digital design principles and concepts. - Demonstrate proficiency in writing and debugging RTL code. - Utilize experience with synthesis, static timing analysis, and linting tools. - Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or TCL for automation. - Experience in processor subsystem design, interconnect design, or high-speed IO interface design. - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - 5+ years of experience in RTL design and verification. - Proven expertise in digital logic design using Verilog, VHDL, or SystemVerilog. - Hands-on experience with simulation tools like VCS, QuestaSim, or similar. - Proficiency with RTL design tools such as Synopsys Design Compiler, Cadence Genus.,
As a Senior ASIC Verification Engineer at Kinara, you will play a crucial role in leading and executing verification efforts for complex ASIC designs to ensure the quality and reliability of products. You will be responsible for: - Developing and maintaining verification plans, testbenches, and test cases for ASIC designs. - Collaborating with design and architecture teams to understand design specifications and requirements. - Designing and implementing SystemVerilog/UVM-based verification environments. - Creating and executing test cases to verify functionality, performance, and compliance with specifications. - Debugging failures and driving issues to closure, working closely with cross-functional teams. - Mentoring junior team members and providing technical guidance. - Contributing to the continuous improvement of verification methodologies and best practices. - Creating and maintaining verification environments for SOCs. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. - Over 8 years of experience in ASIC verification, preferably in a senior or lead role. - Strong expertise in SystemVerilog, UVM, OOP concepts, and verification methodologies. - Experience with verification tools such as VCS, QuestaSim, or similar. - Proven track record of successfully delivering complex ASIC verification projects. - Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. - Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Perl. - Knowledge of industry standards and protocols (e.g., PCIe, DDR, USB, Ethernet). - Knowledge on the on-chip interconnects, memory, and processor subsystems. - Familiarity with formal verification techniques. At Kinara, the company fosters an innovative environment where technology experts and passionate professionals work together on exciting challenges. The team values shared responsibilities and diverse perspectives. If you are ready to make your mark in the industry, Kinara looks forward to reviewing your application. Join Kinara and be part of a team that is shaping the future of Edge AI.,
As an Implementation Engineer at Kinara, a Bay Area-based venture backed company, you will play a crucial role in leading and executing Synthesis and Static Timing Analysis (STA) for complex AI SoC designs with multi-mode and multi-power domain functionalities. Your responsibilities will include: - Conducting Synthesis and STA to ensure the quality and reliability of our products - Optimizing designs for low power and high performance with logically equivalent RTL - Implementing ECOs for functional and timing closure - Working with multi-clock, multi-power domain designs and multi-mode timing constraints - Inserting DFT and collaborating with different functional teams like RTL Design, DFT, and Physical Design - Demonstrating deep understanding of physical design concepts such as floor-planning, placement, congestion, and setup/hold timing closure Qualifications required for this role: - Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics, Computer Science Engineering, or a related field - 5 to 7 years of experience in Implementation flows, Synthesis, and STA - Proficiency in Cadence, Synopsys, and Mentor tools - Experience with Verilog, VHDL, Static Timing Analysis, Logic equivalency checks, and Static Low Power Checks - Familiarity with Formal verification, Conformal ECO, Low power synthesis, Physical Aware synthesis, and Writing Timing Constraints - Flow Automation and Scripting using TCL, Python, or Perl At Kinara, we provide an innovative environment where technology experts and passionate professionals collaborate on exciting challenges. Our team values diverse perspectives and shared responsibilities. If you are ready to make your mark in the world of edge AI, we look forward to reviewing your application. Join us at Kinara and be a part of revolutionizing what people and businesses can achieve with AI solutions.,