About the role#
The Aerial PHY team develops core wireless technology for 5G and 6G networks. You will work on high-performance software for the physical layer of the radio access network. This role uses GPUs to accelerate signal-processing tasks such as coding, decoding, MIMO, and real-time data handling. You will help turn research into deployable platforms for commercial networks and future 6G innovation.
What you'll do#
- Develop an end-to-end reference system stack for 5G and 6G baseband.
- Build and simulate algorithms for the 5G and 6G PHY layer using Matlab and Python.
- Implement and optimize PHY features in C, C++, and CUDA on a GPU platform based on 5G and 6G specifications.
- Support system integration, performance testing, system demonstrations, and lab trials.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a PhD or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A strong background in classic and AI or ML based algorithms for communication signal processing in wireless systems.
- A good understanding of the balance between algorithm performance and implementation cost.
- Programming skills in Matlab, Python, C, and C++.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full time, paid internship.
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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