Infineon Apprentice Junior Researcher System Modeling Bangalore

Role Overview

As a Junior Researcher in System Modeling, you will support the development and use of executable system-level models and virtual prototypes using either the MathWorks toolchain (MATLAB, Simulink, Simscape) or SystemC/TLM. The role focuses on learning through hands-on work while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will help evaluate PPA and related KPIs to guide architecture exploration and design decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building and enhancing system-level models using MATLAB, Simulink, Simscape, Stateflow or SystemC/TLM-2.0 for hardware and software co-simulation.
• Set up and execute experiments to measure PPA metrics such as latency, throughput, utilization, energy per operation, average and peak power, memory footprint, and basic area indicators.
• Implement and calibrate entry-level power models including activity or state-based approaches, DVFS scaling, and clock or power gating effects using specifications, RTL activity, or measured data.
• Contribute simple device or IP models, model bus and interconnect behavior, and integrate software workloads within a virtual platform.
• Create or integrate basic plant and physical models such as power stages, sensors, or actuators to support end-to-end system validation where needed.
• Automate simulations, parameter sweeps, and regression runs while producing plots, dashboards, and concise reports using MATLAB or Python.
• Carry out basic sensitivity analysis and design-space exploration, highlighting trade-offs and recommending next steps based on data.
• Support correlation between model outputs and RTL simulations, emulation, or silicon measurements while documenting assumptions and confidence levels.
• Maintain clear documentation of modeling methods, interfaces, KPIs, and results while following coding standards, reviews, and Git version control.
• Participate in literature reviews, internal knowledge sharing, and seminars. Contributions to invention disclosures or publications may be possible.
• Collaborate with researchers, system architects, firmware teams, and verification engineers to reproduce issues and improve model fidelity and runtime.

Candidate Profile

• Background in electrical or electronics engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong fundamentals in digital logic, computer architecture, and embedded systems. Exposure to control systems or signal processing is beneficial.
• Familiarity with at least one modeling approach: MATLAB and Simulink (Simscape or Stateflow exposure is beneficial) or SystemC/TLM with basic C++ knowledge.
• Understanding of PPA fundamentals including performance metrics, power characteristics, and area considerations.
• Programming or scripting experience with MATLAB or C++, with Python preferred for automation and data analysis.
• Basic knowledge of HDLs such as Verilog or VHDL and familiarity with co-simulation concepts.
• Comfort working with data analysis, visualization, and preparing clear technical documentation.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Simscape Electrical or Thermal, Stateflow, Embedded Coder, or Simulink testing tools.
• Knowledge of SystemC/TLM features such as payload extensions, timing annotations, or simple virtual platform integration.
• Exposure to co-simulation frameworks including FMI, FMU, S-Functions, or TLM bridges.
• Awareness of PPA estimation methods or tools such as PrimeTime-PX, Joules, CACTI, or McPAT-style modeling approaches.
• Basic familiarity with thermal or power modeling techniques.
• Experience with verification methods such as unit testing, MIL, SIL, PIL, or HIL.
• Awareness of software quality standards, MISRA checks, Polyspace, or automotive standards such as ISO 26262 or AUTOSAR.
• Exposure to CI/CD environments such as Jenkins or GitLab CI, build systems like CMake, containers, or dashboarding tools using MATLAB App Designer or Python libraries.

Learning and Development

• Mentorship from experienced system modelers and architects.
• A structured learning path covering MathWorks tools, SystemC, TLM, and PPA methodologies.
• Exposure to real product programs across automotive and industrial technology areas.
• Opportunities to publish research, submit invention disclosures, and present work internally.
• A collaborative work culture with flexible practices and supportive team environments.

How You Will Contribute

• Deliver consistent modeling improvements and incremental updates with high quality.
• Create clear PPA measurements and visualizations that assist architecture and design decisions.
• Document assumptions, ask relevant questions, and progressively improve model accuracy and runtime.
• Communicate effectively and collaborate within cross-functional engineering teams.

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