Job Description

The Read/Write Channel Architecture is looking to hire a student intern pursuing an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field. In this role, you will develop, simulate, and evaluate new architectural features and functions for a high technology digital signal processing chip that is used for recording and playback of digital information that resides  on  a  Hard Disk Drive.  In addition, you will work  with  suppliers  to  define  and  incorporate  these  new features/functions into next generation hardware.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilize modeled magnetic recording signal generation & read back detection algorithms (both synthetic and scope captures) to assess gains in signal-to-noise improvements for increased disk drive capacity
• Ability to understand state-of-the-art signal processing algorithms for LDPC, Viterbi detectors, equalization, and modulation codes
• Ability to proficiently write Matlab code for software proof-of-concept modeling
• Ability to communicate concepts and results with technical leads and management effectively
• Willing to work with team members in a proactive and productive manner

Qualifications

• MS or PhD student focused in Electrical Engineering who is expected to graduate as early as December 2022
• Working towards advanced degree in Electrical Engineering (MS or PhD)
• Strong understanding of signal processing and information theory
• Strong statistical analysis skills
• Strong communication skills and good team player
• Basic understanding of neural networks & machine learning is desirable
• Basic understanding of magnetic recording and HDD’s is desirable

Additional Information

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