Lab Technician, AI Systems

Tenstorrent is leading the industry on cutting-edge AI technology, revolutionizing performance expectations, ease of use, and cost efficiency. With AI redefining the computing paradigm, solutions must evolve to unify innovations in software models, compilers, platforms, networking, and semiconductors. Our diverse team of technologists have developed a high performance RISC-V CPU from scratch, and share a passion for AI and a deep desire to build the best AI platform possible. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to solving hard problems. We are growing our team and looking for contributors of all seniorities.

The AI Systems Engineering team is looking for an experienced Lab Technician to support our development activities in our Toronto lab. You will work alongside experienced engineers and technicians as the team develops, deploys and supports Tenstorrent boards and systems. If bringing order to the chaos of an electronics and mechanical lab sounds like your kind of challenge, this role is for you.

This role is on-site, based out of Toronto, Canada.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels for this role. During the interview process, candidates will be assessed for the appropriate level, and offers will align with that level, which may differ from the one in this posting.

Who You Are

• Experienced with standard lab equipment such as multimeters, soldering irons, and hot air reflow stations.
• Familiar with electronic components and assembly.
• Comfortable with the Linux operating system, with exposure to Python as an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communicator who works well with engineers, technicians, and outside partners.

What We Need

• Rework of systems and boards down to the component level, including QFNs and BGAs.
• Mechanical assembly of heatsinks, water blocks, coolant loops, systems, and test jigs.
• Ordering and tracking of lab supplies and components, plus coordination of equipment calibration and upkeep of equipment records.
• Preparation and maintenance of rework documents, coordinating with external rework houses and manufacturers as needed.

What You Will Learn

• How Tenstorrent boards and systems are developed, deployed, and supported in a fast-moving hardware team.
• Advanced rework and inspection techniques on dense, high-performance boards.
• Best practices for running an engineering lab, from inventory and calibration to record keeping.
• Working with external rework houses and manufacturers to turn around boards and specifications.
• Using Linux and Python to streamline everyday lab and test workflows.

Tenstorrent offers a highly competitive compensation package and benefits, and we are an equal opportunity employer.

This offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant being eligible to access U.S. export-controlled technology.  Due to U.S. export laws, including those codified in the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Company is required to ensure compliance with these laws when transferring technology to nationals of certain countries (such as EAR Country Groups D:1, E1, and E2).   These requirements apply to persons located in the U.S. and all countries outside the U.S.  As the position offered will have direct and/or indirect access to information, systems, or technologies subject to these laws, the offer may be contingent upon your citizenship/permanent residency status or ability to obtain prior license approval from the U.S. Commerce Department or applicable federal agency.  If employment is not possible due to U.S. export laws, any offer of employment will be rescinded.