IC Resources Recruitment
Lead AI Architect Overview
| Company Name | IC Resources Recruitment |
| Job Role | Lead AI Architect |
| Qualifications | Bachelor’s |
| Category | IT Jobs |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Location | Cambridge |
This is a senior, high-profile opportunity with a well-funded UK deep-tech business that is growing quickly and working on a flagship programme in next-generation AI compute infrastructure. The organisation partners with major industry players, research institutions, and public-sector bodies to help accelerate large-scale AI deployment. The role sits at the intersection of hardware, software, and AI systems engineering, with a strong emphasis on understanding how model scale, compute limits, and energy use interact in real-world environments.
The successful person will take ownership of the technical direction and architectural roadmap for an advanced modelling environment built to assess end-to-end AI inference performance. This is a leadership position with significant visibility, requiring both deep technical judgement and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
What you will do
- Set and maintain the long-range technical roadmap for an enterprise-level platform focused on performance modelling.
- Connect semiconductor hardware engineering, systems software, and deep learning workload development so the overall architecture remains coherent and effective.
- Create and implement validation methods and engineering standards that support high performance across multiple technical teams.
- Act as the main technical representative for the programme, explaining complex infrastructure and architecture topics to executives and external collaborators in a clear and credible way.
- Lead and mentor a talented group of systems and research engineers, helping to build a collaborative, innovative engineering environment.
What the employer is looking for
- A postgraduate qualification, ideally a PhD, or equivalent research-oriented industry experience.
- Background in computer science, computer architecture, or another highly quantitative engineering discipline.
- A strong history of leading complex engineering work with major impact, from early prototype stages through to robust deployment.
- Deep technical knowledge of GPU architectures, memory bandwidth limitations, and simulation of large-scale workloads.
- Helpful additional experience in distributed inference frameworks, cluster optimisation, data centre systems, or open-source systems software.
- Confidence in engaging with senior executives and external partners on highly technical subjects.
- Experience operating at a senior level in advanced engineering, AI infrastructure, or related technical leadership roles.
What is on offer
- A standout leadership role within a heavily backed technology company that is scaling rapidly.
- A highly competitive salary package.
- Pension benefits.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- Exposure to a strong professional network spanning leading commercial and academic circles.
- A central office base in a major UK technology hub.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply now. For further information, the page directs applicants to contact Charles Duran, who is listed as the AI and Machine Learning specialist for this vacancy. The posting also provides an option to request a call or submit an application through the site.
Additional context
The role is based in Cambridgeshire, England, and is described as a high-seniority position for an exciting UK start-up. The vacancy is identified with job ID 487563.
Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s
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To apply for this job please visit ic-resources.com.
