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Master thesis – Hardware implementation of State Space Models

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Sequence processing recently became one of the fastest growing fields in Machine Learning. It can be applied in various fields in the processing of natural language in the cloud to sensor data at the edge in remote devices. Sequence processing is considered a crucial part in the development of artificial intelligence, because it is a key feature of the way the human brain processes information. At the Peter Grünberg Institute - Neuromorphic Compute Nodes (PGI-14), we are working on the next generation of machine learning frameworks for sequence processing: structured state space models (SSM). These powerful models even surpass the performance of recent Transformer models on sequence learning tasks. To bring these models to application, we are aiming for an energy efficient dedicated hardware implementation. For this task, we are looking for a highly motivated student to conduct a master thesis on this interesting and challenging topic. Join our team and be at the forefront of research on this rapidly evolving field!

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PGI-14
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2024M-057
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Your Job:

  • Optimize existing machine learning models for hardware implementation
  • Investigate fundamental hardware concepts for deployment of SSMs regarding model performance and energy consumption
  • Device a system model for hardware implementation of SSM and evaluate its performance in circuit and system simulation




Your Profile:

Minimum requirements:

  • Current master studies in electrical or computer engineering, physics or related field
  • Interest in working at the boundaries of technologies and in a highly interdisciplinary field
  • Ability to think outside of the box
  • Experience in circuit design
  • Good communication skills in English and / or German


Preferred requirements:

  • Experience with machine learning frameworks (PyTorch / Tensorflow)
  • Experience with IC design and related IDEs (Cadence / Synopsis /Mentor)


Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

  • An interesting project in a rapidly evolving field at the intersection of electronics and AI
  • A working place in our research lab in Aachen (Europaplatz)
  • Ideal conditions for gaining practical experience alongside your Master studies
  • Qualified support and a friendly working environment
  • Flexible working hours as well as a reasonable remuneration


In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere in Jülich, we have a lot more to offer: https://go.fzj.de/benefits

Place of employment: Aachen

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.

We look forward to receiving your application. The job will be advertised until the position has been successfully filled. You should therefore submit your application as soon as possible.

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Last Modified: 08.07.2024