GPU Standards Development Lead

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 ValuesBe 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 RoleWe’re looking for a highly experienced GPU Standards Development Lead. You will lead the design, development, implementation, and toolchain of a high-performance host-side driver stack layering industry standard graphics and compute APIs on top of our proprietary API for our RISC-V GPU architecture.What You'll DoLead the development of a high-performance host-side driver stack layering industry standard graphics and compute APIs such as Vulkan, OpenGL, OpenCL, & SYCL on top of our proprietary API for our RISC-V GPU architectureUse and contribute to open-source initiatives such as Mesa Coordinate with the GPU Driver team to implement functionality required by industry standard APIs within our proprietary GPU driverParticipate in Khronos and other industry standards groups to develop standards extensions that benefit our GPURun test suites such as Khronos CTS to evaluate our conformance to industry standardsDevelop a toolchain for development, optimization, and debuggingQualifications8+ years industry experience with graphics and compute developmentBachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fieldDeep understanding of modern GPU APIs such as Vulkan, Metal, DirectX, CUDA, and SYCLExtensive experience developing GPU graphics and compute applications and writing graphics and compute shadersStrong proficiency in C/C++ programmingExperience with code analysis, IR (LLVM, MLIR, ISPC), and LLVM and GCC internalsDemonstrated ability to ship high-quality production softwareExperience with technical leadershipPreferred QualificationsExperience with the open-source Mesa frameworkUnderstanding and experience with RISC-V and vector processorsExperience co-designing hardware architecturesUnderstanding of path and ray tracingCompensation 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.BenefitsMedical, Dental, & Vision - 100% covered premiumsEquity - Stock Options401(k) matchWFH Equipment ReimbursementGenerous Paid Time OffBolt 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.