Intern, Link Modeling/Architecture - Mixed Signal Modeling and Analysis

Ayar Labs • San Jose, CA

12h • $50 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Ayar Labs is hiring an undergraduate or graduate intern for its Link Architecture team. The intern will develop mixed-signal modeling and design methodologies that connect system models with device and subsystem design. The role involves refining device and subsystem models and analyzing their effects on system performance, working at the intersection of system modeling and mixed-signal design. Projects are tailored to the intern’s experience and interests, and a senior engineer will provide mentorship while the intern works with Ayar Labs engineers. The internship term is May to August 2027, and the position is on-site in the San Jose office. The hourly pay range is $50–$60, depending on education level. The posting states that immigration support is unavailable except for F-1 candidates and that relocation support is not provided.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Photonics, Optics, Physics, Mathematics, or an equivalent field.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Verilog-A for behavioral modeling, simulation automation, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with mixed-signal and SERDES building blocks.
• Familiarity with eye diagram analysis.
• Proficiency with Git for code management, branching, and collaborative development.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the physics and operation of optical devices, such as microring modulators and photodetectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop mixed-signal modeling and design methodologies that bridge system models and device/subsystem design.
• Refine device and subsystem models.
• Analyze the impact of device and subsystem models on system performance.
• Work with Ayar Labs engineers on projects tailored to experience and interests.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed