ASIC Network Architect

SambaNova Systems is hiring an ASIC Network Architect for a remote role open to applicants in United States. It pays $250k-$350k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on SambaNova Systems.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this role is Builds AI ●●●●: the job is building AI systems.
This is listed as a remote role.
The posting mentions C, Python and Rust among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a senior role.
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AI in this role

Design and define ASIC networking architecture for next-generation machine learning super-pod scale hardware and infrastructure.

CPythonRust

asicnetworkinghardwaremachine-learning

SambaNova is a leader in next-generation AI infrastructure, delivering a full-stack inference platform for customers worldwide. At the core of SambaNova's technology is the RDU (Reconfigurable Dataflow Unit) — a chip built on a dataflow architecture rather than the traditional GPU model. Its decode performance is especially strong for agentic workloads like multi-turn agents, code generation, and long-running applications. RDUs are packaged into SambaRack, rack-scale hardware that lets customers deploy state-of-the-art models with better performance, greater energy efficiency, and faster time to value.

About the role

SambaNova Systems is looking for a talented and motivated ASIC Network Architect to help us solve the most challenging and impactful problems in machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and development in state of the art networking solutions
Define and own networking architecture specifications for performant, robust, and efficient communications on the next generation super-pod scale ML hardware
Define and own the ML networking roadmap, leading a cross-functional effort across software, systems, and silicon
Work with executive leadership to align network initiatives with product competitiveness requirements
Track and contribute to industry standards, representing SambaNova

Required Qualifications

B.S. Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
10+ years of industry experience in ML silicon development in GPU, ML accelerator or networking ASIC
Proven track record of successful full-cycle development and delivery from planning to product in networking for such silicon solutions
Track record of ownership and definition of various networking and routing protocols
Deep understanding and hands-on experience defining various networking topologies for large machine clusters.
Deep understanding of congestion management, QoS, security isolation
Deep understanding of networking reliability, availability and serviceability
Capable of abstracting and analyzing network performance from real world application data
Capable of breaking down networking requirements into silicon, packaging, system SW, RunTime and Compiler SW requirements
Strong hands-on analytical and debug skills to make progress on challenging problems in an ambiguous and highly dynamic environment
Strong coding skills with C++, Python, or Rust
Highly motivated, self-driven, independent, organized and strong collaboration and communication skills
Cross-functional team leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

M.S. or PHD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
15+ years of industry experience in ML / supercomputer / public cloud / networking industries
Good understanding of ASIC development cycles
Knowledge of machine learning architecture and/or computer architecture
Experience in building or proficiently using network simulators
Experience in leading silicon, packaging, system HW, system SW cross-functional teams
Experience in conducting perf and perf/tco trade-off analysis on different interconnect choices
Familiarity with off the shelf optical IP and optical switches
Understanding / hands-on experience in end to end optical systems
Hands-on experience in working with IP/Switch hardware vendor to enhance / customize solutions

Base Salary Range:

Base Pay Range$250,000—$350,000 USD

Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at SambaNova Systems, you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified.

EEO Policy
SambaNova Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits Summary for US-Based, Full-Time Employment Positions
SambaNova offers a competitive total rewards package, including the base salary, plus equity and benefits. We cover 95% premium coverage for employee medical insurance, and 77% premium coverage for dependents and offer a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution. We also offer Dental, Vision, Short/Long term Disability, Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and AD&D insurance plans in addition to Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options like Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care. Our library of well-being benefits available to you and your dependents includes a full subscription to Headspace, Gympass+ membership with access to physical gyms, One Medical membership, counseling services with an Employee Assistance Program, and much more.

How we rate this

ASIC Network Architect at SambaNova Systems rates 85 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Builds AI (AI Level 4 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Builds AI. The job is building AI systems.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

ASIC Network Architect is an open job at SambaNova Systems.
Level rates this role AI Level 4 of 4: Builds AI.
The listed salary is $250k-$350k a year.
The role is based in Austin, Texas, United States; Remote - US; San Jose, California, United States and is marked remote.
The job was posted on July 6, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by SambaNova Systems. Apply on SambaNova Systems

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

AsicNetworkingHardwareMachine learningCPythonRust

Questions you could be asked

Tell me about a project where asic was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where networking was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where hardware was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where machine learning was part of your work. What did you do?
Walk me through how you've used C in your day-to-day work.

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