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AI Security Architect, Principal

d-Matrix
Posted onFeb 18, 2026
LocationSanta Clara, California, United States or Remote (United States)
Employment typeFull-time
Salary$220k – $300k Yearly

At d-Matrix, we are focused on unleashing the potential of generative AI to power the transformation of technology. We are at the forefront of software and hardware innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Our culture is one of respect and collaboration.

We value humility and believe in direct communication. Our team is inclusive, and our differing perspectives allow for better solutions. We are seeking individuals passionate about tackling challenges and are driven by execution. Ready to come find your playground? Together, we can help shape the endless possibilities of AI.

Location:

Hybrid (Santa Clara, CA) or Remote

The role: AI Security Architect (Principal)

d-Matrix is seeking an outstanding security architect to help integrate solid secure computing principles into our high performance AI accelerator systems that meet or exceed the needs of our datacenter customers. Taking a wholistic view of security, we incorporate security features from silicon to the upper levels of the stack to enable customers workloads to execute in a reliable and safe environment irrespective of the deployment scale.

What you will do:

  • As a member of the architecture team, you will contribute to hardware and software security features that enhance the next generation of our inference accelerators

  • This role requires to keep up the latest research in ML, architecture, and security domains, and collaborate with different partner teams including design, verification, and software

  • You will help assimilate customers’ security requirements to define the threat model and mitigation features for our computing systems, subsequently working with the engineering teams to incorporate them at the appropriate design levels

What you will bring:

Minimum:

  • MSEE with 15+ years of experience or PhD with 10+ years of applicable experience

  • Solid grasp through academic or industry experience in multiple of the relevant areas – computer architecture, secure computing, distributed systems, datacenter reliability/manageability, ML fundamentals

  • Hands-on experience with authentication, isolation, encryption, device signing, servicing in datacenters, and HW-SW feature definition of the same

  • Programming fluency in C/C++ or Python, ability to learn new concepts and quickly prototype for experimentation

  • Research background with publication record in top-tier architecture, security, or machine learning venues is highly desired

  • Self-motivated team player with strong sense of collaboration and initiative

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

d-Matrix is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and empowered to do their best work. We hire the best talent for our teams, regardless of race, religion, color, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, or veteran status. Our focus is on hiring teammates with humble expertise, kindness, dedication and a willingness to embrace challenges and learn together every day.

d-Matrix does not accept resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies. We appreciate the interest and effort of recruitment firms, but we kindly request that individual interested in opportunities with d-Matrix apply directly through our official channels. This approach allows us to streamline our hiring processes and maintain a consistent and fair evaluation of al applicants. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Salary: $220K – $300K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus

d-Matrix builds purpose-built AI inference computing platforms to make generative AI commercially viable, efficient, and sustainable through digital in-memory compute technology.

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