Edge AI Software Engineer - Intermediate

About the Team

• Join NXP’s AI & Chip Engineering (ACE) organization—one of the key hubs for Edge AI innovation —based in Kanata.
• In this role, you’ll contribute to the development of embedded AI solutions powering next-generation automotive, industrial, and intelligent edge systems.
• You will work alongside experienced engineers to bring machine learning models to real-world embedded platforms , focusing on performance, reliability, and scalability.
• This is a great opportunity to grow your expertise in Edge AI software, embedded systems, and AI deployment workflows , while working on impactful, production-grade technologies.
• What You’ll Do Develop and optimize Edge AI SW products on NXP SoCs (MCU/MPU) Assist in deploying machine learning models to embedded platforms with real-time constraints Contribute to AI inference pipelines and runtime integration Support performance optimization (latency, memory, power) through profiling and tuning Work with cross-functional teams (AI, system, and silicon teams) to integrate solutions Participate in the development lifecycle : implementation, testing, debugging, and validation Core Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field 2–5 years of experience in embedded software development (C/C++, Python) Familiarity with Linux-based embedded systems Experience with software debugging, profiling, and performance tuning Familiarity with AI frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, ONNX, TFLite) Exposure to AI/ML, DSP, or computer vision algorithms (academic or industry) Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Preferred Skills Basic understanding of processor architecture (e.g., ARM, SIMD/NEON) Exposure to hardware acceleration (GPU, DSP, NPU) is a plus Awareness of model optimization techniques (quantization, pruning) Knowledge of automotive software standards (e.g., ISO 26262, AUTOSAR) is a plus What We’re Looking For Strong interest in Edge AI and embedded systems Eagerness to learn and grow in AI software and system optimization Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment Proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks Why Join NXP Work on real-world AI applications deployed at scale Learn from industry experts in Edge AI and embedded systems Access to continuous learning and career development opportunities Be part of a team building the future of intelligent edge devices About NXP NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) enables a smarter, safer and more sustainable world through innovation.
• As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, NXP is pushing boundaries in the automotive, industrial & IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets.
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