Why join us?

The rise of artificial intelligence is driving the need to rethink how data is captured, processed, and interpreted in a more secure and energy-efficient way. Today's computing architectures are reaching their limits in terms of bandwidth, energy consumption, and data exchange security.

Addressing these challenges requires expertise in algorithm design and hardware implementation, notably through the integration of new components, such as emerging memory technologies and computing devices.

The boundaries between fields of expertise are becoming increasingly blurred: bringing sensors and computing closer together is giving rise to systems that blur the lines between the analog and digital worlds. This convergence enables the development of hardware accelerators that leverage the strengths of both domains.

Your main responsibilities:

You will contribute to the development of innovative architectures along two main areas related to Edge AI:

AI embedded close to sensors :

• Design energy-efficient processing algorithms for sensors and actuators.

• Define and model heterogeneous systems integrating sensors, actuators, and digital processing.
• Define and specify suitable hardware targets for the digital processing required by the systems being developed.
• Work with silicon component designers to co-develop new components and define the technology roadmaps for components involved in new signal-processing architectures, particularly for embedded artificial intelligence.

New computing paradigms : 

Define and analyze Near-Memory Computing and In-Memory Computing architectures based on emerging memory technologies.
Collaborate with memory component designers to define the requirements for new devices adapted to emerging computing architectures.
Contribute to the cross-functional Edge AI project as the reference architect for digital processing close to sensors.

On a day-to-day basis, you will also:

• Provide technical leadership for research projects.
• Supervise PhD students and postdoctoral researchers.
• Publish your work and present it at international conferences.
• Promote and transfer research results to academic and industrial partners.

What are we looking for ? 

You are an electronics engineer, ideally with a PhD, specializing in the architecture and design of microelectronic circuits.

You also have expertise in digital signal processing close to the sensor.

Curious, autonomous, and proactive, you enjoy working in multidisciplinary environments and interacting with teams with diverse areas of expertise. Your communication skills and ability to explain complex concepts to a diverse audience enable you to share your knowledge effectively and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders.

Still hesitating?

We offer:

• A cutting-edge research ecosystem, unique in its field, dedicated to topics with major societal impact.
• The opportunity to work on a cutting-edge innovation topic with strong potential for industrial development.
• Meaningful activities in a favorable economic environment.
• A position at the heart of the Grenoble metropolitan area, easily accessible by sustainable means of transport promoted by the CEA.
• Training opportunities to develop or strengthen your skills.
• A recognized work-life balance.
• Compensation based on your qualifications and experience.
• An active Social and Economic Committee  offering a wide range of leisure and extracurricular activities.
• A strong diversity and inclusion policy.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team !

In line with the CEA's commitment to the inclusion of people with disabilities, this position is open to everyone. The CEA offers reasonable accommodations and/or flexible working arrangements. Join us!

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