About the role#
NVIDIA Research is looking for networking innovators to join the NVResearch team. You will work on high-performance networking and computing systems. This role focuses on long-horizon research, looking 5 to 10 years into the future of technology.
What you'll do#
- Develop algorithms and design hardware and software.
- Invent new techniques, technologies, methodologies, and devices.
- Produce prototypes, patents, and research publications.
- Optimize communication stacks for AI training and inference.
- Design network protocols and congestion control mechanisms.
- Co-design AI systems across software and hardware layers.
- Develop circuits and microarchitecture for network controllers and switches.
- Architect networks using optical switching and silicon photonics.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.
- Research experience in hardware, software, or networking.
- Background in networking architectures, topologies, routing, and system design.
- Publications at top-tier conferences like ISCA, HPCA, NSDI, or SIGCOMM, or research on track toward such publications.
- Hands-on experience with network simulation and high-performance computing systems.
- Familiarity with AI model training and inference communication patterns.
- Programming skills in Python and C++ with experience in parallel programming.
- Experience using or building AI agents to automate experiments, analyze results, or manage code.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time paid internship.
- Compensation: Hourly rate between 38 USD and 94 USD based on experience and degree level.
About NVIDIA
NVIDIA operates as a computer hardware manufacturer based in Santa Clara, California. Founded in 1993, the company focuses on accelerated computing and graphics technology. It produces hardware for markets including artificial intelligence, gaming, and data centers. The organization employs over 50,000 people and maintains a global presence.
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