AI Backend Graph Compiler Software Team Leader

About the AI Division

The AI Division is a unique and dedicated group within Ceva, driving innovation in Machine Learning and Generative AI architectures for edge devices and cloud inference.

Our R&D domains span Neural Network Processors (NPU), Vision DSPs, and advanced AI algorithms for applications across smartphones, tablets, automotive, surveillance cameras and many more edge AI systems.

We combine cutting-edge hardware IP design with embedded software and system-level solutions, enabling the next generation of intelligent and energy-efficient devices.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Software Team Leader to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of our graph compiler key backend functionalities. You will own and drive the development of compiler infrastructure that transforms high-level computational graphs into efficient, hardware-optimized execution flows. This role combines deep technical leadership with people management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of key components within the graph compiler backend. Lead, mentor, and grow a team of talented software engineers; set priorities, review designs, and ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Drive the definition and the implementation of backend compiler architecture to support various graph IR transformations, optimization passes, and hardware abstractions. Lead the identification and implementation of compiler-level optimizations to maximize performance and efficiency of workloads on target hardware. Drive clear and transparent work planning by balancing performance goals and time-to-market considerations, fostering a proactive “can-do” mindset across the team. Establish best practices for code quality, testing, documentation, and continuous integration within the compiler team. Work closely with frontend compiler, runtime, architecture and hardware design teams to ensure seamless integration across the software stack.

Requirements

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as Software Team Leader.
• At least 7 years of hands-on C++ software engineering.
• Experience in developing complex Embedded software systems.
• Proficiency in Python; familiarity with modern software engineering practices (CI/CD, code review, version control).
• Experience in performance profiling, backend optimization, and hardware–software co-design.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with hardware/software co-design, emulation tools, or RTL-level.

Advantage

• Experience in compiler development, AI software, or related systems software domains.
• Background in compiler backend technologies (e.g., LLVM, MLIR, TVM, XLA, Glow, IREE)
• Familiarity with heterogeneous computing platforms (GPU, NPU, DSP, or custom accelerators)

Summary

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key backend functionality, driving innovations that enable efficient execution of complex computational graphs on our next-generation AI hardware.