Working Student (f/m/d) for Edge AI Technology Scouting and Evaluation

Location: Munich, Germany; hybrid setup possible

Salary: €19.40 per hour

Company

hirify.global develops semiconductor technologies and Edge AI solutions for embedded and edge computing environments.

What you will do

• Monitor and research state-of-the-art developments in Edge AI, including model optimization, AI compilers, and inference runtimes.
• Analyze and compare open-source frameworks, commercial offerings, and emerging tools through hands-on proof-of-concept implementations.
• Create technical reports, comparison studies, competitive analyses, and technology landscape overviews.
• Assess the relevance of emerging technologies for Edge AI deployment across embedded and edge computing environments.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to identify promising technologies and future innovation opportunities.
• Support technology scouting and evaluation for future products and solutions.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field, at an early stage.
• Solid understanding of AI/ML fundamentals, including deep learning, GenAI, model deployment, and inference workflows.
• Strong hands-on experience with Python and the ability to rapidly prototype and evaluate new technologies.
• Familiarity with Edge AI frameworks and runtimes such as ONNXRuntime, TFLite (Lite-RT), ExecuTorch, Llama.cpp, or similar technologies.
• Basic knowledge of Linux, Git, and modern software development workflows.
• Excellent written communication skills for technical reports, presentations, and competitive analyses.
• Excellent English communication skills for collaboration with a multinational team across multiple sites.
• Availability for 18 hours per week for at least one year, with a flexible arrangement.
• Ability to balance technical depth with a broader understanding of market and industry trends.
• Enthusiasm for transforming technical discoveries into insights supporting innovation and technology strategy.
• A conscious and reliable way of working is required because the assignment may include security-related tasks and security certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours and the possibility of a hybrid setup.
• €19.40 hourly wage and 30 vacation days per year.
• Access to an on-site cafeteria.
• Networking initiatives and Employee Resource Groups, including Young Community, No Extra Planet, NXP Equal, and Women in NXP.
• Collaboration with a multinational team across multiple sites.