Research Engineer – Embedded AI – PEPR CHOOSE Project (M/F)
New
- IT in FTC
- 6 mounth
- BAC+5
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Laboratoire d'informatique de robotique et de microelectronique de montpellier
Contract Type
IT in FTC
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
34095 MONTPELLIER
Contract Duration
6 mounth
Date of Hire
01/09/2026
Remuneration
from 3175€ gross per month depending on experience.
Apply Application Deadline : 09 June 2026 23:59
Job Description
Missions
Within the framework of the national PEPR CHOOSE project, the primary mission will be the study, implementation, and evaluation of applications dedicated to embedded AI.
Activity
Application field: Embedded AI.
Application / Architecture exploration: Implementation of Neural Network Architecture Search (NAS) and quantization techniques.
Hardware/Software prototyping: Implementation of applications on FPGA targets.
Co-optimization: Hardware/software co-design, specifically neural network mapping to optimize performance and energy efficiency.
Scientific communication: Write technical reports, scientific publications, and present progress to PEPR CHOOSE consortium partners.
Technology watch: Monitor the state-of-the-art in AI models, learning techniques, and mapping strategies.
Your Profil
Skills
Deep Learning: Proficiency in PyTorch or TensorFlow for model training and optimization.
Compression (TinyML): Expertise in quantization techniques.
Software Programming: Advanced mastery of C/C++ and Python for deployment on constrained targets.
Hardware-Aware Optimization: Use of AI compilers and knowledge of AI accelerator architectures (systolic arrays, GPUs, crossbars, etc.).
System Profiling: Analysis of latency, memory footprint, and energy consumption on real hardware.
Hardware/Software Interface: Ability to define algorithmic specifications for circuit designers.
Soft Skills: Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and within a collaborative research environment.
Languages: Scientific English (reading, writing, and speaking) is mandatory.
Your Work Environment
This position is part of the PEPR Electronics (CHOOSE Project). The successful candidate will be hosted at LIRMM (Montpellier), focusing on digital architecture and system prototyping, in close collaboration with Spintec/CEA (Grenoble).
Constraints and risks
Occasional travel is to be expected for PEPR project monitoring meetings at the national level.
Prolonged screen time.
Compliance with security and confidentiality rules related to research areas.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
from 3175€ gross per month depending on experience.
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR5506-PASBEN-003 |
|---|---|
| Line of business | Engineering Sciences and Scientific Instrumentation |
| Job Type | Electronics Engineer |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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