Job Details: Job Description: Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced AI Technical Leader to drive the design and deployment of next-generation agentic AI systems optimized for FPGA/ASIC platforms. This role sits at the convergence of: Large Language Models (LLMs) Agentic AI & autonomous systems Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Hardware-aware AI system design (FPGA / ASIC / EDA) You will define system architecture, lead technical strategy, and deliver scalable AI solutions that tightly integrate software intelligence with hardware acceleration, with a strong focus on AI model optimization and deployment on FPGA. Key Responsibilities AI Architecture & System Design Architect and implement end-to-end agentic AI systems (data → reasoning → action) Design scalable multi-agent orchestration frameworks Build enterprise-grade RAG pipelines for knowledge integration and retrieval Define system-level architecture bridging cloud, edge, and hardware acceleration Agentic AI & LLM Development Develop advanced agent workflows, including: Tool-using agents Planning and reasoning agents Multi-agent collaboration systems Evaluate and integrate state-of-the-art LLMs (open-source and proprietary) Optimize prompting, memory, and reasoning strategies for performance and reliability AI Model Optimization on FPGA (Core Focus) Lead AI model optimization and deployment on FPGA platforms, including: Quantization (INT8 / BF16 / mixed precision) Graph compilation and operator fusion Model partitioning across CPU/GPU/FPGA Memory and bandwidth optimization Develop workflows to map AI models (e.g., CV, LLM inference) from PyTorch/Hugging Face to FPGA Enable low-latency, high-efficiency inference pipelines on FPGA-based systems Collaborate with hardware teams to align model architecture with FPGA constraints (DSP, BRAM, interconnect) Hardware-Aware AI Co-Design Co-design AI systems with: FPGA acceleration ASIC platforms Heterogeneous compute architectures (CPU/GPU/FPGA) Integrate AI workflows into EDA toolchains and hardware design flows Drive innovations in software-hardware co-optimization Framework & Platform Development Build internal AI platforms leveraging: LangChain LlamaIndex Custom agent orchestration frameworks Develop reusable components for: Memory management Tool integration Knowledge retrieval and indexing Enable scalable deployment pipelines for AI applications on FPGA Technical Leadership Lead architecture design reviews and set technical direction Mentor senior engineers and guide cross-functional teams Drive innovation at the intersection of AI systems and semiconductor platforms What Makes This Role Unique Define agentic AI architecture for hardware-native AI systems Work at the frontier of: AI reasoning systems FPGA-based acceleration Next-generation computing platforms High-impact role shaping AI + semiconductor convergence Impact You will enable a new class of intelligent systems where AI agents are tightly coupled with hardware, delivering: Real-time decision-making pipelines Efficient, scalable AI deployment on FPGA End-to-end automation from model to hardware execution Summary This role is ideal for a senior technical leader who can: Bridge LLM + Agentic AI + RAG with FPGA/ASIC system architecture Drive AI model optimization and deployment on FPGA Lead innovation in next-generation AI + hardware integrated systems Qualifications: Required Strong experience in LLMs, agentic AI, or RAG systems Proven track record in large-scale AI system architecture and deployment Solid programming skills in Python/C++ and modern AI frameworks Experience designing distributed or production AI systems Strong system-level thinking across software and infrastructure Preferred / Plus Experience with FPGA, ASIC, or hardware acceleration platforms Familiarity with FPGA development flows and toolchains (e.g., synthesis, compilation, HLS, runtime) Experience with AI model optimization for hardware (quantization, compilation, deployment) Exposure to EDA tools and semiconductor design workflows Background in heterogeneous computing systems (CPU/GPU/FPGA) Job Type: Regular Shift: Shift 1 (China) Primary Location: Shanghai, China Additional Locations: Posting Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. About Altera Altera: Accelerating Innovators Altera provides leadership programmable solutions that are easy-to-use and deploy in applications from cloud to edge, offering limitless AI possibilities. Our end-to-end broad portfolio of products including FPGAs, CPLDs, Intellectual Property, development tools, System on Modules, SmartNICs and IPUs provide the flexibility to accelerate innovation. Altera is helping to shape the future through pioneering innovation that unlocks extraordinary possibilities for everyone on the planet. Don't see the dream job you are looking for? Click "Get Started" below to drop off your contact information and resume and we will reach out to you if we find the perfect fit.

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