About the role#
As an ASIC Physical Design Coop, you will join the NI ON Comp R&D ASICs & Architecture department. You will work within the Physical Design sub-group to support tasks that lead to the successful tape-out of Nokia ASICs. Your primary focus is applying data mining and analytics to extract insights from PPA metrics and physical design workflows to help optimize our designs.
What you'll do#
- Apply data mining and analytics techniques to extract insights from PPA metrics and physical design workflows.
- Develop and maintain PPA dashboards to visualize trends and identify optimization opportunities.
- Automate data collection and analysis processes for internal Place-and-Route (PnR) trials.
- Perform power estimation and analysis using data-driven approaches.
- Conduct timing analysis using Static Timing Analysis (STA) tools and correlate results with PPA data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide support for physical design activities and troubleshoot issues.
- Document and communicate findings and recommendations effectively.
- Stay updated with industry trends and technologies.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong academic background with a focus on data analytics and automation.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work independently.
- Experience with data mining and visualization tools is preferred.
- Familiarity with ASIC design and physical design workflows is an asset.
- Proficiency in Python or C++ is advantageous.
- Knowledge of EDA tools and design methodologies is a plus.
- A proactive approach to learning and adapting to new technologies.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California (Hybrid).
- Terms: Winter 2027, Summer 2027, Fall 2027.
- Duration: 4-8 months.
- Employment: Full time, paid internship.
About Nokia
Nokia provides technology for fixed, mobile, and transport networks. The company focuses on telecommunications, software, and services. It maintains headquarters in Espoo, Southern Finland. The organization operates as a public company with over 100,000 employees.
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