Design Verification Intern

About the role

Quadric is seeking an intern to contribute to the development of its innovative general purpose neural processing unit (GPNPU) architecture. This role will focus on verifying and testing the software and hardware co-optimized for running neural network (NN) inference workloads across various edge and endpoint devices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects and designers to document test plans and write/debug tests.
• Generate and analyze test coverage metrics.
• Work on both neural network code and conventional C++ DSP and control code execution.
• Use SystemVerilog, SystemC, or C/C++, with UVM as a plus.
• Write scripts in Python and utilize language models to automate tasks.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with verification methodologies for CPU or GPU designs.
• Proficiency in SystemVerilog, SystemC, or C/C++, with UVM as a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with architects and designers to document test plans, write and debug tests, and generate coverage.
• Demonstrated capability in problem-solving, debugging, and clear technical communication.
• Coursework or project experience with Computer Architecture, RTL Design, ML systems, or performance engineering.
• Exposure to assembly or low-level code generation.
• Adept with scripting languages like Python and using LLMs to get things done.

Preferred

• Coursework or project experience with Computer Architecture, RTL Design, ML systems, or performance engineering.
• Exposure to assembly or low-level code generation.
• Adept with scripting languages like Python and using LLMs to get things done.

Benefits

At Quadric, we offer hands-on experience working alongside industry experts in AI and semiconductor technology, with access to mentorship and meaningful project ownership from day one. Founded in 2016 and based in downtown Burlingame, California, Quadric is building the world's first supercomputer designed for the real-time needs of edge devices. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can do their best work.

Pay

The hourly rate for this temporary internship position is $45.00/hour to $60.00/hour. The actual rate offered will depend on a number of factors, including the specific level of the role, years and depth of relevant experience and education, technical skills and competencies, and work location.

Schedule

The internship is expected to be full-time, 40 hours per week, and typically lasts for a period of 12 weeks.