PhD Research Intern, AI Accelerator Design and VLSI

Nvidia

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TL;DR · PhD Research Intern, AI Accelerator Design and VLSI

PhD Research Intern, AI Accelerator Design and VLSI - 2027 is a research internship focused on the intersection of AI hardware and software co-design, accelerator architecture, IC design methodology, and VLSI design. The intern will contribute to novel research advancing state-of-the-art designs for AI workloads, develop innovative ASIC and VLSI techniques, and explore numerical methods for quantization, sparsity, or tensor decomposition based on computer arithmetic fundamentals. The role involves applying machine learning and agentic AI to automated hardware design tool flows and collaborating on prototype testchips with research and product teams. Candidates should possess skills in Python, PyTorch, SystemVerilog, C++, and High-Level Synthesis tools. This position addresses the technical challenges of optimizing high-impact workloads through advanced micro-architecture, digital VLSI circuits for computer arithmetic, and automated design methodologies to improve hardware efficiency.

What you'll do

  • Research and develop novel architectures for accelerators supporting AI and high-impact workloads.
  • Develop innovative ASIC and VLSI design techniques and digital circuits.
  • Apply machine learning and agentic AI to automate ASIC and VLSI design tool flows.
  • Develop numerical methods for quantization, sparsity, and tensor decomposition based on computer arithmetic.
  • Collaborate on the development of research prototype testchips.
  • Publish and present original research findings at relevant conferences or venues.

What we're looking for

  • Pursuing a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Publication records in leading ML, architecture, VLSI, or circuits conferences.
  • Proficiency in Python and PyTorch for programming.
  • Proficiency in hardware design languages such as SystemVerilog or C++.
  • Experience with High-Level Synthesis (HLS) tools (preferred).
  • Experience in hardware design with proficiency in modern EDA tool flows.
  • Tapeout experience (preferred).
  • Strong communication skills to synthesize and explain complex technical concepts for academic presentations or posters.

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