Intern, Fpga Acceleration Research

Advancing the World's Technology Together
Our technology solutions power the tools you use every dayincluding smartphones, electric vehicles, hyperscale data centers, IoT devices, and so much more. Here, you'll have an opportunity to be part of a global leader whose innovative designs are pushing the boundaries of what's possible and powering the future.
We believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We're dedicated to empowering people to be their true selves. Together, we're building a better tomorrow for our employees, customers, partners, and communities.
What You'll Learn

• Project: Research and development advanced memory tiering solution for CXL based memory devices.
• Skills You'll Learn
  • Computer architecture analysis
  • Workload characterization
  • CXL interface
  • Memory tiering for system efficiency optimization
  • FPGA prototype and performance modeling

What You'll Do

• Develop innovative solution for CXL based tiered memory device solution to address memory intensive workload like LLM training in datacenter.
• Fully understand the requirement of ML training pipeline and partition it efficiently on heterogeneous computing CPU/GPU/accelerators.
• Optimize data movement across memory hierarchy.
• Create IP, Patent and publication and generate whitepapers as outcome of this internship.
• Analyzing system performance bottleneck of emerging applications such as LLM training, KVM, IMDB.
• Develop new technique for effective cache management scheme with CXL interface
• Model and report the performance of the solution
• Build prototype on state of the art FPGA with collaboration of MSL team.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Location: Hybrid, working onsite at our San Jose, CA headquarters 3 days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of your time
What You Bring

• Currently pursuing Bachelor's (+ 5 years of experience), Master's (+3 years of experience), or Ph.D. degree (+2 years of experience) in Computer Engineering or related field
• In-depth knowledge of computer architecture, modern processor, CPU/GPU memory management and hands on design and modeling skills in a fast paced environment.
• Familiar with AI/ML framework and profiling method. HLS, Verilog, C/C++, Python required.
• Past research project experience and publication record preferred.
• You're inclusive, adapting your style to the situation and diverse global norms of our people.
• An avid learner, you approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, seeking data to help build understanding.
• You're collaborative, building relationships, humbly offering support and openly welcoming approaches.
• Innovative and creative, you proactively explore new ideas and adapt quickly to change.

What We Offer The pay range below is for all roles at this level across all US locations and functions. Individual pay rates depend on a number of factors-including the role's function and location, as well as the individual's knowledge, skills, experience, education, and training.
This is in addition to our diverse package of benefits centered around the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. In addition to the usual Medical/Dental/Vision, our inclusive rewards plan empowers our people to care for their whole selves. An investment in your future is an investment in ours.
Relocation Support Live 50+ miles away from your new office? No worries! We'll provide a stipend to help support your move.Housing Stipend Signing a lease on a new place for your summer internship? We'll help you pay your way with a monthly stipend.Give Back With a charitable giving match and frequent opportunities to get involved, we take an active role in supporting the community.Prioritize Emotional Wellness With on-demand apps and paid therapy sessions, you'll have support no matter where you are.Stay Fit Eating well and being active are important parts of a healthy life. Our onsite Café and gym, plus virtual classes, make it easier.Embrace Flexibility Benefits are best when you have the space to use them. That's why we facilitate a flexible environment so you can find the right balance for you.
Hourly Base Pay Rate
$27 - $57 USD
Equal Opportunity Employment Policy
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