Advanced AI Model Optimizer

Edge AI Developer Role

The Edge AI team seeks an expert developer to contribute to the creation of cutting-edge AI models and building blocks for deployment on constrained hardware devices. This position focuses on optimizing AI models, including transformers, for edge hardware, using techniques such as quantization, pruning, and benchmarking to create efficient and effective AI solutions.

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in AI model optimization techniques, hands-on experience with transformer models, and proficiency in Python and C++ for AI model development and integration.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and optimize AI models, focusing on transformers, for deployment on constrained edge hardware.
- Implement and utilize techniques such as quantization, pruning, and hardware-specific optimizations to improve performance.
- Contribute to hardware benchmarking efforts to evaluate model performance and resource usage.
- Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration of AI solutions into platforms.
- Participate in the development and implementation of scalable, reusable AI building blocks for edge applications.
- Stay informed about advancements in AI optimization techniques, edge computing, and hardware-specific AI tools.

Qualifications:
- Master's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of industry experience in AI/ML model development, optimization, and deployment.
- Strong expertise in AI model optimization techniques, including quantization, pruning, and benchmarking for edge hardware.
- Hands-on experience with transformer models and their deployment on embedded or constrained platforms.
- Proficiency in Python and C++ for AI model development and integration.
- Experience with AI frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or ONNX, and their optimization for hardware targets.
- Familiarity with hardware platforms, including CPUs, NPUs, and accelerators.

Preferred Skills:
- Experience in creating custom AI architectures for edge devices.
- Knowledge of Analog Devices hardware platforms or similar embedded systems.
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills for AI applications on resource-constrained devices.
- Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

About Us
Analog Devices is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

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