GenAI Optimization Technical Lead
ModularLos Altos, California, United States • Canada
Posted November 20, 2025
234000 - 286000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Modular is a company that builds cutting-edge AI infrastructure and empowers developers to unlock AI's full potential.
Job Description
Modular is looking for a GenAI Optimization Technical Lead to join their team. The role involves leading a team of cross-functional engineers optimizing Generative AI use cases, mentoring and contributing to the growth of other engineers, and defining and driving the technical roadmap for performance architecture for the MAX Serve SDK.
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of the Python programming language
- 6+ years of working experience in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, or Generative AI
- Proven track record of designing and delivering high-performance, scalable systems or frameworks for AI inference and serving
- Experience leading technical teams to execute in challenging problem spaces
- Experience implementing framework-level performance optimizations for Generative AI use cases
- Experience profiling and reducing latency in GenAI applications
- Deep interest in machine learning technologies and use cases
- Creativity and curiosity for solving complex problems, a team-oriented attitude that enables you to work well with others, and alignment with our culture
Benefits
- Premier insurance plans
- Up to 5% 401k matching
- Flexible paid time off