
Director, Customer Hardware Engineering
About this role
Tenstorrent is currently seeking a Director, Customer Hardware Engineering to direct strategic technical relationships and align customer needs with internal engineering teams. This hybrid leadership role is based out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, and is tailored for experienced technical leaders with a background in custom silicon.
Role Overview
The Director, Customer Hardware Engineering acts as the primary technical bridge between strategic clients and internal engineering departments. In this capacity, the professional translates high-level client objectives into exact specifications for hardware and software teams, ensuring that external architectures map effectively onto Tenstorrent platforms for optimal AI performance.
Key Responsibilities
Requirements
Skills and Tools
Salary and Benefits
Total compensation for engineers at Tenstorrent spans between $100k and $500k, encompassing both base salary and variable compensation targets. Final compensation figures are determined by factors including geographic location, individual experience, background, skills, and education. The organization also provides competitive benefits.
About the Company
Tenstorrent specializes in advancing cutting-edge artificial intelligence technology designed to redefine cost efficiency, ease of use, and overall performance. The enterprise develops open, scalable compute solutions for real AI workloads, driven by a diverse group of technologists who built a high-performance RISC-V CPU completely from scratch.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Tenstorrent careers page to submit an application for this opportunity.
Questions candidates ask
Where is this job located?
This hybrid role is based out of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, as well as Austin, Texas, or Belgrade, Serbia.
What is the salary range for this position?
Engineering compensation at Tenstorrent ranges from $100k to $500k, combining base and variable targets depending on experience, location, and background.
What are the primary responsibilities of the role?
The director owns technical customer relationships, turns high-level requests into engineering specifications, oversees RTL and NEO customizations, and coordinates with internal teams for reliable delivery.
Are there export control requirements for this position?
Yes, the offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant's eligibility to access U.S. export-controlled technology and compliance with related federal laws.
How should I apply for this job?
Candidates should apply directly through the official Tenstorrent careers website.