Job Description
Job DescriptionMediaTek USA is seeking a visionary and highly skilled Principal Architect to lead the design and development of in-house software service products that drive mobile technology innovation and enhance development productivity.
This role is critical in architecting, developing, and deploying advanced software solutions that leverage Generative AI technologies—especially Large Language Models (LLMs)—to solve complex challenges in mobile system technology.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in software architecture, software-hardware codesign, AI/ML, and hands-on experience integrating LLMs into production systems.
Responsibilities
•Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable in-house software products that leverage Generative AI to accelerate mobile technology innovation and improve engineering productivity.
• Architect systems for seamless integration of LLMs and knowledge base into production environments, enabling advanced AI-driven features and workflows,
• Develop and deploy multiple agentic AI systems that can autonomously perform complex tasks and support mobile system development.
• Collaborate with cross-geo mobile system software product teams to ensure optimal solutions and development process integration.
• Stay at the forefront of Generative AI and mobile technology trends, and drive the adoption of best practices in software architecture and AI/ML integration.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams in advanced software architecture, AI/ML integration, and innovative development methodologies.
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• Deep understanding of Generative AI, LLMs (e.g., GPT, Llama, Gemini), and their integration into production systems.
• Experience with knowledge graphs, RAG workflows, and agentic AI system design.
• Strong background in software-hardware codesign and system-level optimization.
• Proficiency in modern programming languages (Python, C++, etc.), AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hugging Face, etc.), and Agent frameworks (LangGraph, CrewAI, Semantic Kernel, etc.)
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and delivering complex software products from concept to deployment.
• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, MLOps, and DevOps practices.
Requirements
• Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in software architecture and development.
• 5+ years focused on AI/ML-based software services and product development.
• Bilingual in English and Mandarin.
Salary range: $180,000- $260,000
Employee may be eligible for performance bonus, short and long term incentive programs.
Actual total compensation will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.
In addition, MediaTek provides a variety of benefits including comprehensive health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays, Paid time off (PTO), Parental leave, 401K and more.
MediaTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
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