Context And Mission
The Memory systems team[1] from the Computer Science Department at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center[2] is offering a full-time research engineer position. The researcher will work on the project that explores
advanced memory systems (HBM, DDR4/5, memory over CXL) for high-performance computing (HPC). We strongly encourage the application of candidates who are interested in a close collaboration with industry and contact with cutting edge technology developers.
[1] https://www.bsc.es/research-development/research-areas/computer-architecture-and-codesign/memory-systems-hpc
[2] www.bsc.es
Key Duties
Profiling and performance modeling of HPC applications running on high-end servers with advanced memory systems: HBM, DDR4/5, CXL memory expanders.
Exploration of Processing in Memory for HPC and AI applications.
Prototyping of industrial products and tools.
Close interaction and reporting to industrial partners.
Requirements
EducationBSc, MSc or PhD in Computer Science
Essential Knowledge and Professional ExperienceKnowledge of computer architecture
Experience with Unix/Linux environments
Experience with profiling tools: Hardware counters, PAPI interface
Programming languages (C/C++, Python)
Additional Knowledge and Professional ExperienceUnderstanding of memory systems and memory technologies (e.g. DRAM, HBM) is a plus
Experience with hardware/system simulators (e.g. ZSim, Gem5, Ramulator, DRAMsim3) is a plus
Fluency in English is essential
CompetencesGood written and verbal communication skills
Ability to take initiative
Conditions
The position will be located at BSC within the Computer Sciences Department
We offer a full-time contract (37.5h/week), a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, flexible working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, support to the relocation procedures
Duration: Open-ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget duration
Holidays: 23 paid vacation days plus 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement
Salary: we offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate and according to the cost of living in Barcelona
Starting date: Q2-Q3 2024