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Tenstorrent

Sr. Engineer, Software - AI Compiler

Austin, TX · On-site

$100K - $500K/yr

A passionate software engineer eager to work on compiler technologies and the challenges of AI hardware, whether from compilers, systems, or broader software backgrounds. * Fluent in C++ and Python ...

Altera

Senior FPGA Compiler Software Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$178.90K - $259K/yr

Become a member of our world-class software research and development team! Altera develops programmable logic technologies to accelerate innovation for many customers worldwide. You will be designing ...

MatX

Software Engineer - Compiler

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$175K - $400K/yr

Possess outstanding software engineering skills with a focus on efficiency and performance * Possess experience in compiler algorithms, demonstrating proficiency in areas such as register allocation ...

Sigma Computing

Software Engineer - Compiler

New York, NY · On-site

$170K - $235K/yr

As a member of the Compiler Team, you will join a group of engineers dedicated to building the core ... high-quality software systems * Demonstrated success building and maintaining complex ...

MatX

Software Engineer - Compiler

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$175K - $400K/yr

Possess outstanding software engineering skills with a focus on efficiency and performance * Possess experience in compiler algorithms, demonstrating proficiency in areas such as register allocation ...

Qualcomm

GPU Compiler Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

... years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work ... and compiler software to support GPU products. • Writes detailed technical documentation and ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract compiler software engineer in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectContract Compiler Software EngineerCompiler Developer
CredentialsBachelor's in Computer Science or related field; experience with compiler toolsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science; specialized knowledge in compiler design
Work EnvironmentContract-based, project-specific, often in tech or software companiesFull-time, research or product-focused teams in tech firms or academia
Industry UsageCommon in software development, tech consulting, and freelance projectsPrimarily in software development, research, and academia
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for contract roles involving compiler workSeeking in-depth compiler development roles

The Contract Compiler Software Engineer typically works on specific projects under contract, focusing on implementing or maintaining compiler features. In contrast, a Compiler Developer often works full-time on designing and improving compiler systems. Both roles require similar technical skills and educational backgrounds, but differ mainly in employment type and scope of work.

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Sr. Engineer, Software - AI Compiler

Tenstorrent

Austin, TX • On-site

$100K - $500K/yr

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.
Join the team revolutionizing AI computing at Tenstorrent. You'll work on TT-Forge, our MLIR-based compiler that enables developers to run AI on all configurations of Tenstorrent hardware using an open-source, performant, and general-purpose compiler. You will be at the forefront of the AI hardware revolution, building compiler technologies that redefine what's possible.
This role is hybrid, and can be based out of Santa Clara, CA; Austin, TX; or Toronto; ON.
We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.
Who You Are
  • A passionate software engineer eager to work on compiler technologies and the challenges of AI hardware, whether from compilers, systems, or broader software backgrounds.
  • Fluent in C++ and Python, with experience building complex systems that bridge high-level frameworks to low-level execution.
  • Excited by compiler optimization and machine learning, with experience in PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow, or deep systems programming.
  • A collaborative problem-solver who thrives in open-source and enjoys working closely with hardware and software engineers.

What We Need
  • A drive to solve novel challenges in AI compilation, from optimizing computational graphs to creating custom dialects and transformation passes.
  • Experience or strong interest in MLIR and how modular compiler frameworks connect AI models to advanced hardware.
  • Motivation to build technology that impacts the future of AI, knowing your work will enable the next wave of breakthroughs.

What You Will Learn
  • How to build open-source compiler frameworks supporting diverse AI models and workloads, including training and multi-chip scaling.
  • Deep expertise in compiler technologies including custom MLIR dialects (TTIR, TTNN, TTKernel) and transformation passes.
  • New methods for human-in-the-loop compiler optimization using TT-Explorer, making advanced tuning tools usable by all developers.
  • How compiler technology powers Tenstorrent's mission to deliver affordable, open-source AI computing in a highly competitive space.

Compensation for all engineers at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k - $500k including base and variable compensation targets. Experience, skills, education, background and location all impact the actual offer made.
Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.
This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology. Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2). These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S. As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency. If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded.

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