• Job Description

  Req#: JR-115195

  We look for the risk -takers, the collaborators , the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. So, if you want to make the world say wow, let's talk. The conversation starts here. If this role matches your ambitions and skillset, let's get started with your application.

  T he Stuttgart Laboratory 1 (SL1) , which is part of t he Sony Corporate Research and Development Center , conducts research in the areas of "Computational Imaging, Perception Systems, RF Communications, Artificial Intelligence and Speech & Sound Processing" . SL1 is mainly located at the Stuttgart Technology Center (STC) in Germany, but also includes an o ffice in Z ürich, Switzerland . We want to accelerate the redefinition of computer vision based on the distinct characteristics of the novel Event-based Vision Sensor . Therefore, we are looking for a talented, motivated and software affine.

  Neuromorphic Computing Research Intern (m/f)
  

  to conduct basic algorithm development, work on demonstration prototypes with sensing and processing hardware and help to build a strong research portfolio from bottom up. This is a n Internship or Master Thesis position at SL1 in Zürich , to start preferably in April, 1 st 2024.

  Your responsibilities will be

  • Basic algorithm research with event-based vision sensor technology

  • D evelopment and implementation of neuromorphic computing algorithm s for off-line training and on-line inference of spiking neural networks on neuromorphic hardware

  • Benchmarking and comparison of perfor manc e (accuracy, latency and energy-efficiency ) with conventional computer vision approaches

  • Support establishment of a R&D infrastructure which facilitates teamwork for research & development

  Profile:

  • Currently pursuing an MSc degree or equivalent in artificial intelligence, co mputer s cience or e ngineering ( r obotics, m echanical, e lectrical, or similar)

  • Interest ed in inter-disciplinary research with a brain-inspired computing approach

  • Experience with computer vision principles and related linear algebra and machine learning theory

  • Experience with event-based cameras, robotics or autonomous vehicles is a plus

  • We expect passion for good software with strong skills in Python and related machine learning frameworks ( PyTorch ). Additionally, knowledge of version control (git) is a plus

  • We hope for good communication skills and willingness to work in an agile team

  • Excellent oral and written English

  We are looking forward to receiving your application – Deadline is November 10 th , 2023

  • Documents: CV, grades, application letter, and (if available) recommendation letters or work certificate

  • Applications without complete CV and list of grades cannot be considered

  • The application letter should include whether you are interested in an I nternship or Master Thesis position as well as the earliest possible starting date

  • In general, Master Thesis positions should last 6 months; Internship positions typically should last 3 to 6 months

  • Please refrain from applying if you have already graduated or you will be by the expected start date

• About the company

  Sony Corporation is a Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation headquartered in Kōnan, Minato, Tokyo.

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