Lead Networking Architect (AI SuperNIC) – Europe / Israel / US (Remote Possible)
Our client, a fast-growing deep-tech company building next-generation AI infrastructure, is looking for an exceptional Lead Networking Architect to drive the architecture of a new AI SuperNIC and scale-out networking solution.
This is the highest-priority role in the company and a rare opportunity to influence the architecture of a cutting-edge AI accelerator platform used in next-generation data centers.
About the Company
- Our client is a 5-year-old AI semiconductor startup developing:
- AI SuperNIC
- AI compute solutions
- Next-generation CPU and networking technologies
The company has already completed a successful tape-out and launched a working product.
~70 employees globally; a highly technical, senior, and innovation-driven environment.
Flat hierarchy, fast decision-making, and direct collaboration with VP VLSI and the CEO.
Role Overview
As the Lead Networking Architect, you will define and shape the networking architecture of the company’s next-generation AI SuperNIC - focused on ultra-low latency, scale-out communication, and advanced data-center networking protocols.
- You will collaborate closely with VLSI, firmware, software, and AI platform teams, and play a critical role in key architectural decisions.Key Responsibilities
- Architect the scale-out communication layer of the AI SuperNIC.
- Define system-level networking requirements for hardware, firmware, and software.
- Lead performance modeling, simulations, benchmarking, and optimization.
- Evaluate and integrate advanced standards: RoCEv2, RDMA, UEC, UALink, NVLink, NVMe-oF.
- Collaborate with internal R&D teams and external partners/customers.
- Drive innovation in data-center interconnects and AI networking solutions.
- Requirements
- 10+ years in networking, system architecture, NIC/DPU/SoC development, or HPC networking.
- Strong expertise in RDMA, RoCEv2, NVMe-oF, and high-performance networking.
- Deep understanding of networking protocols, scale-out architectures, and low-latency design.
- Experience working across hardware + firmware + driver/software.
- Ability to lead architectural definitions, system modeling, and performance analysis.
- Experience in NIC, SmartNIC, DPU, networking silicon, or data-center interconnects is required.
- Why This Role Is Exceptional
- Work on state-of-the-art AI networking technology with massive industry impact.
- Direct influence on architectural decisions — no bureaucracy, fast execution.
- Build a product that challenges industry leaders (Nvidia, Marvell, Intel).
- Join a highly senior engineering team where your expertise truly matters.
- Opportunity to shape a new category of AI infrastructure.
- Location & Work Model
- Israel – onsite
- Europe / US – remote acceptable
- Must be able to work Israel-aligned working hours (flexible)
B2B arrangements in Europe; direct employment in Israel; other geographies flexible.
Compensation
- The company is ready to offer a highly competitive package for the right expert.Compensation is flexible and depends on experience and impact level.Hiring Process:
- 30-minute prescreen call with an external recruiter – evaluation of core networking and architecture experience.
- Initial phone interview with HR to confirm background and role expectations.
- Technical interview loop with senior architects and engineering leadership.
- Final interview with the COO (mandatory step for all architect-level roles).
- HR interview (if needed) + offer.
Interested?
If you are a senior networking architect passionate about building the future of AI infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.
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