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Job title: Research Engineer - Advanced Configuration of Edge AI Accelerators (RE1)
The High-Performance Embedded Systems (HPES) laboratory aims at enabling the adoption of hardware, software, and artificial intelligent (AI) high-performance solutions in embedded systems as its center of gravity, but also in any system with some form of criticality, like cars, airplanes, and satellites. Our work is mainly carried out in the context of bilateral projects with several processor companies as well as several European-funded projects. For a complete list of publications of the group in the last years, please visit HPES page at the following link: https://www.bsc.es/discover-bsc/organisation/research-structure/high-performance-embedded-systems-hpes.
Modern Edge AI platforms integrate heterogeneous computing resources such as multicore CPUs, GPUs, NPUs, DSPs, and dedicated AI accelerators. Efficiently exploiting these resources requires mechanisms that go beyond standard application-level APIs and expose lower-level capabilities for resource allocation, partitioning, scheduling, performance monitoring, interference control, and runtime configuration.
In this context, we are looking for a talented and motivated Research Engineer to work on the advanced configuration, control, and performance optimization of hardware accelerators in cutting-edge Edge AI platforms.
The research activity will investigate how accelerator resources can be observed and controlled from the system-software layer, with particular attention to:
• runtime configuration and resource management of GPUs, NPUs, and other AI accelerators;
• hardware-supported partitioning and isolation mechanisms;
• execution-time and resource predictability for AI workloads;
• memory, cache, and interconnect bandwidth management;
• accelerator scheduling and workload placement;
• power and performance configuration;
• hardware performance monitoring and telemetry;
• integration of low-level accelerator control mechanisms into system software, middleware, and runtime frameworks;
• experimental characterization of representative Edge AI workloads on state-of-the-art embedded platforms.
The work will involve both experimental platform development and research-oriented prototyping, with the objective of identifying and exposing hardware and system-software mechanisms that enable predictable and controllable execution of AI workloads at the edge.
Candidates are required to exhibit a background in embedded systems and familiarity with both hardware and software analysis and configuration. Applicants are expected to hold an engineering degree in fields related to embedded systems, computer architecture, or closely related areas.
The position offers opportunities to collaborate with research institutions and industrial stakeholders across several European locations, providing a stimulating environment for professional growth, knowledge exchange, and hands-on research experience.
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All applications must be submitted via the BSC website and contain:
The selection will be carried out through a competitive examination system ("Concurso-Oposición"). The recruitment process consists of two phases:
The recruitment panel will be composed of at least three people, ensuring at least 25% representation of women.
In accordance with OTM-R principles, a gender-balanced recruitment panel is formed for each vacancy at the beginning of the process. After reviewing the content of the applications, the panel will begin the interviews, with at least one technical and one administrative interview. At a minimum, a personality questionnaire as well as a technical exercise will be conducted during the process.
The panel will make a final decision, and all individuals who participated in the interview phase will receive feedback with details on the acceptance or rejection of their profile.
At BSC, we seek continuous improvement in our recruitment processes. For any suggestions or comments/complaints about our recruitment processes, please contact recruitment [at] bsc [dot] es.
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The Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) is a leading research center in high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence, located in Barcelona, Spain. It operates the MareNostrum supercomputer, one of the most powerful in Europe, and conducts research across earth sciences, life sciences, computer science, and computational social sciences. BSC is a key player in European HPC initiatives and collaborates with industry and academia worldwide.
BSC's Spain presence is centered in Barcelona, where it employs a diverse, international team of researchers and engineers. The center offers a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with a strong focus on scientific excellence and innovation. For international professionals, BSC provides opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in AI, climate modeling, and supercomputing, with English as a common working language and a supportive relocation environment.
The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, was a founding and hosting member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE (Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe), and is now hosting entity for EuroHPC JU, the Joint Undertaking that leads large-scale investments and HPC provision in Europe. The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies in order to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D into both computer and computational science (life, earth and engineering sciences) under one roof, and currently has over 1000 staff from 60 countries.
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We are particularly interested for this role in the strengths and lived experiences of women and underrepresented groups to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights in science and IT research. In instances of equal merit, the incorporation of the under-represented sex will be favoured.
We promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, fostering an environment where each and every one of us is appreciated for who we are, regardless of our differences.
If you consider that you do not meet all the requirements, we encourage you to continue applying for the job offer. We value diversity of experiences and skills, and you could bring unique perspectives to our team.
The vacancy will remain open until a suitable candidate has been hired. Applications will be regularly reviewed and potential candidates will be contacted.
BSC-CNS is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the Open, Transparent and Merit-based Recruitment principles (OTM-R). This is applied for any potential candidate in all our processes, for example by creating gender-balanced recruitment panels and recognizing career breaks etc.
BSC-CNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable state or local law.
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