Senior Staff Manager, Hardware Bringup

Modular

. Lead, mentor, and grow a 2 to 7 person team of compiler, kernel, and runtime engineers .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • California • United States, Canada, United KingdomSenior💰 $222,500 - $333,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compiler engineering, kernel development, and accelerator programming, with a strong ability to lead teams and manage complex software systems. Proficient in C++ and experienced in delivering technical roadmaps while collaborating with hardware vendors.

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Compiler EngineeringKernel DevelopmentC++ ProficiencyHeterogeneous Programming ModelsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Compiler EngineeringKernel DevelopmentC++PythonMojoRustCUDASYCLOpenCLSystems Software

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationTeam MentoringNegotiation

Tools & Technologies

MLIRMAX ServingCloud Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's DegreePhD Degree

Industry Keywords

High-Performance ComputingAccelerator ProgrammingMulti-Component Software SystemsTechnical RoadmapsHardware Vendor Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudPythonRustC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and grow a 2 to 7 person team of compiler, kernel, and runtime engineers
Set the team roadmap and technical direction with the HW Bringup architect
Own end-to-end accelerator bring-up across the Modular stack
Participate in design reviews and pre-sales discussions
Contribute to architecture, prototypes, and code for Mojo kernels, MLIR passes, and runtime integration
Deliver hardware platform enablement from viability and development-environment bring-up through compiler integration, kernel development, MAX serving, and production model deployment
Scope Statements of Work, define milestones and acceptance criteria, negotiate timelines, and manage delivery against commercial commitments
Partner with Kernels, Graph Compiler, MAX, and Cloud teams on roadmaps and dependencies
Produce FTE plans and forecasts for executive review
Hire senior candidates and calibrate the team
Foster documentation- and demo-driven engineering practices through write-ups, demos, and onsites

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of industry experience in compiler engineering, high-performance computing, kernel development, or related domains
2+ years managing engineers
Strong technical foundation in compilers, systems software, or accelerator programming
Ability to work hands-on with the team's codebase and lead architecture discussions
Proficiency in C++
Direct experience working in complex, multi-component software systems
Hands-on contributor experience with at least one heterogeneous programming model (CUDA, SYCL, OpenCL, or similar)
Track record of delivering multi-quarter technical roadmaps with external dependencies
Experience working directly with hardware vendor engineering teams
Experience scoping or negotiating engineering deliverables under formal agreements
Strong written communication
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in a specified technical field, with the corresponding required software engineering experience
3+ years of work experience with a programming language such as Python, Mojo, Rust, or C++

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Retirement and savings programs
Employee stock purchase opportunities
Paid time off
Wellbeing resources
Family support programs
Learning and development opportunities
RSU grants
Regular team onsites and local meetups
Expected travel 2–4 times a year for all roles
Annual target bonus
Equity