# Machine Learning Systems Researcher at Lightmatter

- Company: Lightmatter
- What the company does: Rethinking the limits of AI, Lightmatter merges photonics and computing to build a future where speed, efficiency, and intelligence converge. Backed by GV.
- Company website: https://lightmatter.co
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Mountain View, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2025-10-14
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/lightmatter/jobs/4948275008?gh_jid=4948275008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/lightmatter-machine-learning-systems-researcher/

## About the role

If you're passionate about tackling complex challenges, making an impact, and being an expert in your craft, join our team of brilliant scientists, engineers, and accomplished industry leaders. Lightmatter is seeking a Machine Learning Systems Researcher to join our Machine Learning team. This team is focused on inventing novel hardware systems using Lightmatter technology, and modeling the performance of Lightmatter-enabled systems on both training and inference workloads.

## What they're looking for

- PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 2 - 5 years of industry and/or research experience in the field
- Solid background in Machine Learning systems research and experience with performance evaluation and performance modeling
- Hands-on experience with machine learning / deep learning methods and extensive knowledge of Large Language Model training and inference frameworks
- Academic publications in relevant journals and industry conferences
- Must have knowledge of AI systems, including compute (GPUs, TPUs, etc.) and networking (Ethernet, Infiniband, NVLink, etc.) technologies, and their various topologies, paradigms, and trade-offs

Tags: Machine Learning