Technical Coordinator, Axelera AI
Horizon EU Project
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AI hardware & software for edge computing
Open for applications
AI hardware & software for edge computing
201-500 employees
Open for applications
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201-500 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
- The ideal candidate has strong HPC hardware, AI acceleration, and ASIC design expertise, paired with excellent project coordination and stakeholder-management skills
- Proven experience as Technical Lead or Coordinator in Horizon EU or similar multi-partner collaborative research projects, including demonstrated knowledge of EU reporting requirements, deliverable management, and consortium coordination
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with proven capacity to manage multiple workstreams, anticipate issues, and work autonomously in complex multi-stakeholder environments
- Advanced degree (Masters & above) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years experience in HPC hardware and AI acceleration projects
- Strong technical background across computer architecture, ASIC design, AI/HPC systems, and AI software stack, including hands-on experience with multi-node architectures, virtual prototyping, ASIC design, SIP integration, PCB design, AI applications
- Experience with project management tools (Jira, EMDESK or similar) and effort tracking/financial reporting for publicly funded research programs. Familiarity with deep tech public funding compliance requirements
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with ability to effectively interface between technical teams, consortium partners, funding agencies, and internal program/finance teams
- Fluent in English (required)
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Technical Coordinator to represent Axelera AI in a major Horizon EU program developing next-generation RISC-V AI chiplets for high-performance computing
- You will translate project requirements into clear technical strategies, manage consortium interactions, and ensure alignment with EU objectives while allowing our internal teams to stay focused on execution
- As Axelera AI’s key liaison to the consortium, you will oversee coordination, reporting, and strategic planning, ensuring our technical contributions meet project goals and align with our internal roadmap
- EU Project Strategy Lead: Drive Axelera AI's technical strategy for the EU project and translate consortium requirements into clear actionable guidance across architecture, silicon, software, machine learning, and system integration teams
- Consortium Technical Interface: Serve as the primary technical contact for the project partners, manage all partner communication, coordinate regular meetings and day-to-day project interactions, and participate in in-person project events including all-hands meetings, technical workshops, and consortium gatherings
- Technical Cross-Domain Problem Solver: Facilitate resolution of technical challenges technical challenges in accelerator architecture, SIP & PCB design, machine integration, and AI workload optimization, making autonomous decisions on consortium matters and escalating critical issues when necessary
- Internal Alignment Manager: Collaborate closely with program management to support project-related roadmapping, lead annual Project Plan updates, monitor Work Package progress, and coordinate and enable timely delivery of all project deliverables while tracking critical paths, dependencies, and risks ; translate consortium requirements into actionable plans that align with internal priorities and minimize workflow conflicts
- EU Reporting & Compliance Lead: Lead preparation of technical reports for EU submissions, represent Axelera AI at coordination meetings, and ensure Horizon EU compliance; coordinate with finance team on effort reporting and cost tracking, validate submissions, and support audit preparation while minimizing administrative burden on technical staff
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 continued funding, including backing from Samsung and the European Union, Axelera AI is poised to continue expansion and development. In addition, the company's strategic partnerships and ever-increasing market traction suggest the potential for significant growth.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Mar 2025
$72.7m
GRANT
Jun 2024
$68m
SERIES B
Total funding: $205.7m
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
(Co-Founder & 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.
Evangelos Eleftheriou
(Co-Founder & CTO)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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