Modular

Inference Optimization Manager

USA

Sponsorship not specified$234k-$286kDetected 34 days ago

Distributed SystemsFull-Stack DevelopmentCloud PlatformsKubernetesLLMsLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

As we learn the shape and patterns of each customer's workload, the platform adapts and improves performance automatically over time.
We continuously apply the latest optimizations across kernels, the inference engine, and distributed systems so that customer workloads stay on the Pareto frontier of cost and performance.
We get there through deep workload insights, a scalable platform, and close collaboration with engineering and product teams.

Lead the team that builds the optimization platform driving LLM inference on Modular Cloud to state of the art performance across the latest GPU and ASIC architectures.
Own the technical direction of Modular Cloud, delivering LLM performance on the Pareto frontier for agentic use cases and keeping it there as the landscape evolves.
Partner closely with the GTM team to deliver highly customized LLM inference tuned to specific customer workloads, and collaborate across engineering to drive optimizations spanning the full stack, from GPU kernels to cloud infrastructure.
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5+ years in distributed systems or performance engineering, including experience leading or managing engineering teams.
A track record of shipping durable, reusable software tools and libraries adopted across teams and functions, and of guiding a team to do the same.
The ability to translate ambiguous customer and product needs into focused engineering direction.
Experience with Kubernetes and cloud native ecosystems.
Familiarity with modern LLM architectures and the latest inference optimization techniques.
Helpful, but not required: Hands on background in GPU kernel programming, inference engine internals, or distributed inference architectures.
Working at Modular will enable you to grow quickly as you work alongside incredibly motivated and talented people who have high standards, possess a growth mindset, and a purpose to truly change the world.

The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in the US, regardless of the state, is $234,000.00 - $286,000.00 USD.
The estimated base salary range for this role to be performed in Canada, regardless of the province, is $229,000.00 - $280,000.00 CAD.
The salary for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of permissible, non-discriminatory job-related factors, which include but are not limited to education, training, work experience, business needs, or market demands.

World-class Benefits.
Premier insurance plans, up to 5% 401k matching, flexible paid time off, and more are available to you!
We offer very strong compensation packages, including stock options.
The total compensation for a candidate will also include annual target bonus, equity, and benefits, with equity making up a significant portion of your total compensation.
Please note that specific benefit packages may vary based on your location.

Grow and develop a high impact team, set priorities, and create the conditions for engineers to do their best work on hard performance problems.
Creativity and curiosity in solving complex problems, a collaborative and team oriented mindset, and alignment with our culture.
We are a progressive and agile team with some of the industry's best engineering and product leaders.

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