Senior AI Automation Engineer

At Cornelis we’re building the future of AI and HPC networking with an AI-first approach to silicon and software development. We’re seeking engineers who are energized by working on cutting-edge ASIC design and distributed software systems, and who are motivated to push the boundaries on how AI can transform everything from chip architecture to system performance at scale.

Cornelis Networks delivers the world’s highest performance scale-out networking solutions for AI and HPC datacenters. Our differentiated architecture seamlessly integrates hardware, software and system level technologies to maximize the efficiency of GPU, CPU and accelerator-based compute clusters at any scale. Our solutions drive breakthroughs in AI & HPC workloads, empowering our customers to push the boundaries of innovation. Backed by top-tier venture capital and strategic investors, we are committed to innovation, performance and scalability - solving the world’s most demanding computational challenges with our next-generation networking solutions.  

 

We are a fast-growing, forward-thinking team of architects, engineers, and business professionals with a proven track record of building successful products and companies. As a global organization, our team spans multiple U.S. states and six countries, and we continue to expand with exceptional talent in onsite, hybrid, and fully remote roles. 

We are seeking an Senior ASIC Design Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will focus on developing, high-performance ASIC design workflows using AI.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the optimization of ASIC design and verification flows and infrastructure, including compute clusters, storage, batch queuing systems using AI methodologies.
• Drive efficiencies with AI and automation across all tools and EDA workflows. Perform tool license management and optimization on batch compute environment.
• Manage ASIC tool installation, environment setup, and licensing support for ASIC design and AI applications.
• Collaborate with design and verification teams, IT, and engineering leadership to implement scalable and efficient workflows.
• Drive process improvements, patch management, and operational efficiency across multiple sites.
• Implement and maintain metrics reporting for resource utilization, engineering productivity, and system performance.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience supporting ASIC EDA environments in multi-site, global organizations. Strong exposure to AI.
  
• Strong expertise in Linux administration, batch systems (LSF, Slurm), storage (NetApp, Isilon, Qumulo), and VDI environments.
• Experience with EDA tools and ASIC workflows, including tool installation, licensing, and operational support.
• Scripting and automation experience (Python, Tcl, Bash) to support HPC/EDA operations and productivity.
• Proven ability to lead teams, collaborate across global sites, and manage projects with complex infrastructure dependencies.
• Excellent communication skills to interface with design teams, IT, and vendors.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Large-scale data center EDA environment and AI projects.
• Cloud HPC deployments and cost optimization strategies (Azure, CycleCloud, HPC burst management).
• Implementing metrics-driven operations for system performance and engineering productivity.

 

Location: This is a remote position for employees residing within the United States 

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes equity, cash, and incentives, along with health and retirement benefits. Our dynamic, flexible work environment provides the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most influential names in the semiconductor industry. 

 

At Cornelis Networks your base salary is only one component of your comprehensive total rewards package. Your base pay will be determined by factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and location relative to the hiring range for the position. Depending on your role, you may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, including an annual bonus or sales incentives. 

 

In addition to your base pay, you’ll have access to a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as disability and life insurance, a dependent care flexible spending account, accidental injury insurance, and pet insurance. We also offer generous paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, and Open Time Off (OTO) for regular full-time exempt employees. Other paid time off benefits include sick time, bonding leave, and pregnancy disability leave. 

 

Cornelis Networks does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. Cornelis Networks is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.