Distinguished Engineer, Axelera AI
Machine Learning, VP level
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AI hardware and software for edge computing
Open for applications
AI hardware and software for edge computing
101-200 employees
Open for applications
+ Company shares
101-200 employees
Company mission
To spread artificial intelligence for a green, fair, trusted and safe world enabling new applications of AI in diverse sectors like smart cities, retail and other markets.
Role
Who you are
- PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or related fields
- 10+ years of post-PhD experience in AI/ML research and development, with a track record of leading large-scale projects and driving impactful innovations outside of academia
- Deep expertise in AI/ML frameworks, deep learning algorithms, and hardware-optimized machine learning
- Strong background in neuromorphic computing, hardware-efficient AI, or computational neuroscience is a plus
- Experience managing and mentoring senior engineers, influencing company-wide technical direction, and driving engineering excellence
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence executives, engineers, and external stakeholders
- A robust and continuous (incl. last 2 years) history of contributions to academic research, open-source projects, or industry consortiums is highly desirable
What the job involves
- As a Distinguished Engineer at Axelera AI, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s AI and machine learning strategy with a long-term, industry-leading perspective
- You will work cross-functionally to develop transformative AI technologies, influencing company-wide initiatives, and setting new standards for engineering excellence
- This role transcends traditional boundaries, requiring a visionary mindset that anticipates future industry trends and technological advancements
- Own and deliver company-wide AI and ML initiatives with multi-year, multi-team impact, ensuring scalability and adaptability beyond current business needs
- Provide thought leadership and influence Axelera AI’s strategic direction by engaging with senior leadership, external partners, and industry consortiums
- Lead the research and development of next-generation AI and ML models, driving significant breakthroughs in efficiency, performance, and innovation
- Spearhead engineering best practices, setting a high standard for system architecture, code quality, and team processes
- Actively contribute to hiring, mentoring, and coaching senior engineers, fostering a high-performance culture that attracts top talent
- Publish research findings, contribute to industry discussions, and represent Axelera AI at conferences and external engagements
- Bridge the gap between technical capabilities and business needs by collaborating with product and business teams to define roadmaps and strategic opportunities
- Lead large-scale, high-impact projects with exceptional execution, managing ambiguity, tight deadlines, and evolving requirements
- Drive continuous improvement by leveraging industry best practices, customer insights, and cutting-edge research to enhance Axelera AI's AI/ML solutions
- Foster a strong engineering community within Axelera AI by championing hybrid/remote-first collaboration practices, inclusion, and diversity initiatives
- Partner with executive leadership to define a long-term vision for AI and ML at Axelera AI, ensuring alignment with both market demands and technical advancements
- Develop scalable solutions and frameworks that empower multiple teams, enabling efficient ML deployment across Axelera AI’s product ecosystem
- Take ownership of technical decision-making, ensuring optimal solutions for the broader organization while driving innovation and calculated risk-taking
- Model a standard of excellence, accountability, and leadership that inspires teams and influences company-wide culture and strategy
- This is your chance to shape and be part of a dynamic, fast-growing, international organization
Our take
Axelera AI is a provider of AI-native solutions designed specifically for edge computing. The company's Metis AI platform offers a combination of advanced hardware and software, allowing computer vision applications to reach new heights of accessibility, power and user-friendliness.
What sets Axelera AI apart is its advanced in-memory computing and RISC-V controlled dataflow technology, enabling the development of first-generation AI acceleration platforms that deliver exceptional performance while significantly reducing cost and power consumption.
With a recent oversubscribed Series A funding round, Axelera AI is poised for global expansion and mass production of its AI-native hardware. The company's strategic partnerships and increasing market traction demonstrate the potential for significant growth in the semiconductor industry. Axelera also participated in the Embedded Vision Summit 2023, allowing it to showcase its Metis AI platform and demonstrate its industry leadership.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Mar 2025
$69.5m
GRANT
Jun 2024
$68m
SERIES B
Total funding: $202.4m
Company benefits
- Remote/flexible work
- Premium insurance
- Commute benefit
- Teambuilding activities
- Premium Pension
- Work-life balance
- Cutting-edge equipment
- Fresh fruit at the office
- Modern equipped facilities
Company HQ
Beemden, Eindhoven, Netherlands
Leadership
Fabrizio Del Maffeo
(CEO)Previously founded Bitfury and UP! Bridge The Gap, where they served as Managing Director. They also served as the VP and Managing Director at AAEON Technology Europe.
Graduated from Carleton University with a PhD in Electrical Engineering. Previously worked at IBM in multiple roles, including Cloud and Computing Infrastructure Department Head and Manager and Leader of Neuromorphic Computing Activities.
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