Eridu AI
About Eridu AI
Eridu AI is a Silicon Valley hardware startup revolutionizing AI data center performance. Our solutions address bottlenecks in data centers, enhance GPU utilization, reduce training cycles, and lower costs. Validated by AI market leaders, including hyperscalers and other well-known participants, our technology is poised to unlock unparalleled AI performance.
The company is led by a veteran team of Silicon Valley executives and engineers with decades of experience in semiconductors, systems, and software. The team includes CEO and serial entrepreneur Drew Perkins, Co-Founder of Infinera (NASDAQ: INFN), Lightera (acquired by Ciena), Gainspeed (acquired by Nokia), and Mojo Vision (the world's leading micro-LED display company and developer of the first augmented reality contact lens).
Position Overview
We are seeking a Network Solutions Architect to drive technical engagement with customers who operate large scale data centers. This role requires both deep technical knowledge and strong customer interaction skills. The successful candidate will make a significant impact by aligning our solutions with customer goals. Working closely with Product Management and Software Development, the Network Solutions Architect will influence product development and strategic direction to best serve our customers and achieve company objectives.
Responsibilities Partner with the business team to provide pre-sales technical systems engineering support for customers Act as a trusted advisor to gather requirements and identify opportunities Understand customer pain points and conduct network architectural reviews Architect, design, and propose customer solutions for large scale cloud and AI data centers. Perform hands-on tests to validate proof-of-concept setups, data center designs, and network deployments using new products and features Develop design guidelines and recommend improvements for customer networks Partner with the Sales Team to respond to RFPs/RFQs Provide feedback to Product Management and Engineering Stay current on competitive solutions, products, and services Author white papers on technology and products Participate in key industry events Qualifications BS in CS, CE, or related technical field required Minimum of 15 years of L2/L3 networking design and implementation experience, with a focus on high-performance data center networks Expert-level experience with routing and switching, including L2/L3 protocols Experience as a Solutions Architect or Network Architect preferred Expert knowledge in Ethernet, TCP/IP, MPLS, and QoS Strong understanding of the competitive technology landscape Ability to write white papers is a plus Excellent communication and presentation skills
Why Join Us?
At Eridu AI, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of AI infrastructure, working with a world-class team on groundbreaking technology that pushes the boundaries of AI performance. Your contributions will directly impact the next generation of AI networking solutions, transforming data center capabilities.
The starting base salary for the selected candidate will be established based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications, work location, market trends, and the compensation of employees in comparable roles.
The pay range for this role is:
210,000 - 280,000 USD per year (San Francisco Bay Area)
Eridu AI is a Silicon Valley hardware startup revolutionizing AI data center performance. Our solutions address bottlenecks in data centers, enhance GPU utilization, reduce training cycles, and lower costs. Validated by AI market leaders, including hyperscalers and other well-known participants, our technology is poised to unlock unparalleled AI performance.
The company is led by a veteran team of Silicon Valley executives and engineers with decades of experience in semiconductors, systems, and software. The team includes CEO and serial entrepreneur Drew Perkins, Co-Founder of Infinera (NASDAQ: INFN), Lightera (acquired by Ciena), Gainspeed (acquired by Nokia), and Mojo Vision (the world's leading micro-LED display company and developer of the first augmented reality contact lens).
Position Overview
We are seeking a Network Solutions Architect to drive technical engagement with customers who operate large scale data centers. This role requires both deep technical knowledge and strong customer interaction skills. The successful candidate will make a significant impact by aligning our solutions with customer goals. Working closely with Product Management and Software Development, the Network Solutions Architect will influence product development and strategic direction to best serve our customers and achieve company objectives.
Responsibilities Partner with the business team to provide pre-sales technical systems engineering support for customers Act as a trusted advisor to gather requirements and identify opportunities Understand customer pain points and conduct network architectural reviews Architect, design, and propose customer solutions for large scale cloud and AI data centers. Perform hands-on tests to validate proof-of-concept setups, data center designs, and network deployments using new products and features Develop design guidelines and recommend improvements for customer networks Partner with the Sales Team to respond to RFPs/RFQs Provide feedback to Product Management and Engineering Stay current on competitive solutions, products, and services Author white papers on technology and products Participate in key industry events Qualifications BS in CS, CE, or related technical field required Minimum of 15 years of L2/L3 networking design and implementation experience, with a focus on high-performance data center networks Expert-level experience with routing and switching, including L2/L3 protocols Experience as a Solutions Architect or Network Architect preferred Expert knowledge in Ethernet, TCP/IP, MPLS, and QoS Strong understanding of the competitive technology landscape Ability to write white papers is a plus Excellent communication and presentation skills
Why Join Us?
At Eridu AI, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of AI infrastructure, working with a world-class team on groundbreaking technology that pushes the boundaries of AI performance. Your contributions will directly impact the next generation of AI networking solutions, transforming data center capabilities.
The starting base salary for the selected candidate will be established based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications, work location, market trends, and the compensation of employees in comparable roles.
The pay range for this role is:
210,000 - 280,000 USD per year (San Francisco Bay Area)