About the role#
As an intern with the Edge AI and Display Hardware Architecture team, you will focus on developing and validating performance, power, and other key metrics for next-generation SoC subsystems. These systems support applications in signal processing, machine learning, and ultra-low-power processing. You will work alongside hardware architects to model, simulate, and analyze the performance of these architectures.
What you'll do#
- Define, document, and implement performance models with hardware architecture teams.
- Collaborate with SoC architects, hardware, and software teams to evaluate new features and understand design tradeoffs.
- Analyze simulation results to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
- Present your analysis results and provide recommendations to the team.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
- Ability to solve algorithmic problems independently.
- Experience with digital hardware design and RTL HDL design, such as Verilog or VHDL.
- Proficiency in programming and scripting languages like C, C++, or Python.
- Knowledge of hardware modeling and simulation.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Understanding of computer and processor architectures, machine learning, DRAM sub-systems, SoC bus fabrics, and digital signal processing.
- Familiarity with digital hardware CAD tools.
Location & details#
- Location: Markham, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: 16 months, starting May/June 2027 through August/September 2028.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm manufactures semiconductors and develops computing technologies. Founded in 1985, the company maintains its headquarters in San Diego. It serves markets including mobile, automotive, and the internet of things. The organization employs more than 10,000 people and operates as a public company.
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