• Do you have a PhD or MSc with a relevant background in machine learning or digital chip design?
• Are you looking for an interesting new application field, AI for digital chip design?
• Do you want to be based in Zurich/Tokyo and work with a leading AI Research Lab?

If so, great! Apply here and let’s discuss your next challenge.

Sony AI is seeking a highly motivated, dedicated individual with expertise in Machine Learning and/or AI for chip design for a 6-month internship. We’re looking for brilliant, enthusiastic people who want to join our team of world-renowned researchers as we push the boundaries of applying AI to support human creativity. In this role, the successful candidate will contribute to our groundbreaking flagship project in AI for Chip Design.

Learn more about Sony AI here:

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Contribute to projects related to the design, verification, and integration of digital systems in the context of image sensors
• Depending on the interests and background, potential projects could involve
• Using AI models to assess and improve the design of digital image processing algorithms for better image quality and yield
• Develop and apply LLM agents for hardware design and verification
• Develop and implement ML methods for floorplanning and routing.
• Write reports and give presentations for internal audiences
• Publish papers on top-tier venues
• Write code to support research using common machine learning tools, e.g. pytorch, jax
• Work closely with a team of AI researchers and engineers in Switzerland, and Japan on ambitious AI projects

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Background in machine learning / NLP (BSc., MSc.) and relevant knowledge
• Some familiarity with hardware chip design processes
• Either experience in training vision models and using modern vision feature such as Dinov3 or knowledge of brand new methods in LLMs for code generation is a plus
• Some work experience post-degree is a plus
• Good programming skills using python
• Excellent oral and written English

Your new office:

Surrounded by Swiss Alps, the Schlieren office is at the doorstep of Zurich, which is consistently voted in top three best cities to live. The city benefits from a very rich ecosystem where prestigious universities, research institutes, companies and organizations collaborate for the development and design of next generation technologies. Our office is very well connected with public transports (train, tram, bus) and located in a very modern and bright building. We have several enjoyable break rooms as well as a terrace which we use for regular social team events or as a casual working area. Our team is unique and international, representing engineering and sales/marketing functions, which creates this unique and passionate Sony Swiss DNA.

Life at Sony Research

Our work environment is diverse and motivated with an innovative open mindset. Sony AI is committed to building a diverse team of people with different characters, stories and skillsets because we know this drives innovation and creativity. Our commitment to nurturing a friendly and supportive place of work where everyone has a sense of belonging and inclusion creates an atmosphere of learning and personal growth. We focus on achieving healthy work-life balance for our teams, supported by hybrid and flexible working

You will work on exciting projects at the cutting edge of AI that are in the realms of entertainment or for the betterment of society, and you will have access to the most innovative technologies from across the Sony universe and the opportunity to partner with Sony’s leading companies.

When projects are finished, we publish our work, and all our contributors are recognised on research pieces, at top-tier conferences, and in journals. You will also have access to workshops and development programs to expand your knowledge and skills. We want you to drive your career, find your direction and take authorship of your personal story at Sony AI, while enjoying the security and the resource-rich environment that comes with being part of a global corporation that has R&D in its DNA.

Bring your uniqueness to Sony:

We are passionate about creating a culture that promotes equity and cultivates inclusion, diversity, and belonging. We want employees with diverse backgrounds and perspectives that will stimulate innovation and have a direct impact on our creation of social value to fulfil Sony’s purpose – ‘to fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology’. We want you to bring your unique self to work and help shape our culture.

Equal Opportunity:

Sony Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, or any other protected characteristics.

Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Europe

Sony Europe will provide reasonable accommodation for any qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at AccommodationRequest@eu.sony.com or by mail to: Sony Europe Limited, Human Resources Department, the Heights, Brooklands, Surrey, KT13 0XW, UK. When contacting us please indicate the position you are applying for, and the accommodation required.

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