Compiler Engineering Undergraduate Intern - SYCL Runtime (SYCL)

Location: Toronto, Canada. The role follows hirify.global's hybrid work model, with at least four days per week on-site once the Toronto office is operational.

Company

hirify.global develops computing hardware and software, with the Data Center Group focused on high-performance computing, AI, and CPU/GPU performance.

What you will do

• Analyze and triage performance issues in C++, OpenMP, and SYCL applications and benchmarks.
• Investigate compiler defects, prepare reproductions, and track bug submissions.
• Contribute to compiler middle-end and back-end development, including scalar and loop optimization and vectorization.
• Run functional, performance, and stress-testing experiments to identify product improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-geography engineering and validation teams on product quality and performance.
• Engage with open-source compiler communities and contribute to industry solutions.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with C/C++, object-oriented programming, and data structures through internships, academic projects, coursework, or training.
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows command-line environments.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Familiarity with compiler technologies, code optimization, parallel programming models such as OpenMP, CUDA, or SYCL, and heterogeneous computing is preferred.
• hirify.global immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on experience with hirify.global's open-source compiler stack and software ecosystem.
• Work with teams advancing high-performance computing and AI technologies.
• Hybrid work model with regular on-site presence at the assigned Toronto location.
• Planned start date: January 2027.