Neurophos · 1 day ago
Modeling Engineer
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
3+ years expNeurophos is a startup revolutionizing AI computation with a metamaterial-based optical computing platform. They are seeking hardware modeling engineers to develop functional and performance models of their next-generation optical computing platform, working alongside experienced engineers to implement novel compute blocks.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Data CenterHardware
Responsibilities
Implement functional and performance models of hardware compute blocks
Develop simulation components within the YinYang (libyy) event-driven framework
Write clean, modular C++ code for hardware simulation
Integrate models with RTL simulation and validation infrastructure
Build test cases and validate model correctness
Contribute to trace generation and analysis infrastructure
Collaborate with senior engineers on modeling methodology
Debug and optimize simulation performance
Document models and interfaces for team use
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (MS or PhD preferred)
3+ years of software development experience (exceptional new graduates with strong academic projects considered)
Strong programming skills in C++ or C
Understanding of computer architecture fundamentals (pipelines, memory hierarchy, basic processor concepts)
Coursework or project experience in computer architecture, digital design, or hardware systems
Ability to read and understand technical specifications
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Python scripting experience
Preferred
Experience with hardware simulation, modeling, or verification
Familiarity with SystemC, Verilator, or hardware description languages
Background in software development for performance-critical applications
Understanding of event-driven programming or simulation frameworks
Exposure to computer architecture research or projects
Knowledge of ML workloads and neural network operations
Experience with Git, Linux development environments, and build systems
Coursework in digital logic, computer organization, or VLSI design
Benefits
Competitive compensation, including salary and equity options.
Opportunities for career growth and future team leadership.
Access to cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art facilities.
Opportunity to publish research and contribute to the field of efficient AI inference.
Company
Neurophos
Photonic ExaOPS AI chips
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$16.1MKey Investors
Gates Frontier FundMetaVC Partners
2025-12-08Series Unknown· $1.9M
2023-12-14Seed· $7.2M
2023-10-03Seed· $7M
Leadership Team
Patrick T. Bowen
CEO
Andrew Traverso
Co-founder & Chief Scientist
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