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.