AI Infra Onboard Performance Intern

Santa Clara, CAPosted 4 weeks ago

Role Overview

Xpengmotors is hiring a AI Infra Onboard Performance Intern. This is a internship role in Santa Clara. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

XPENG is a leading smart technology company at the forefront of innovation, integrating advanced AI and autonomous driving technologies into its vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs), electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and robotics. With a strong focus on intelligent mobility, XPENG is dedicated to reshaping the future of transportation through cutting-edge R&D in AI, machine learning, and smart connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

Design and optimize software for deploying large-scale AI models in production vehicles.
Profile and improve inference performance across compute, memory, and I/O systems.
Reduce latency and improve power efficiency on embedded automotive platforms.
Deliver production-ready optimizations that scale reliably across the vehicle fleet.

Basic Qualifications

Master's or PhD in CS/CE/EE or equivalent, with relevant industry or research experience.
Strong expertise in C++ and Python, including performance-sensitive, production-quality code.
In-depth understanding of computer architecture and high-performance computing (memory hierarchy, parallelism, vectorization, scheduling).
Proven experience in application performance analysis and optimization, using profiling tools to diagnose and resolve bottlenecks.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience writing and optimizing CPU or CUDA kernels.
Experience developing performance tooling and instrumentation (e.g., eBPF, perf, custom tracing/profiling frameworks) for production or embedded systems.
Familiarity with embedded or automotive compute platforms (e.g., NVIDIA Orin, Drive) and their power/thermal constraints.
Previous experience in the autonomous driving or robotics industry.
Effective at solving complex problems collaboratively within larger cross-functional teams.

What do we provide:

A fun, supportive and engaging environment.
Infrastructures and computational resources to support your work.
Opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies with the top talents in the field.
Opportunity to make significant impact on the transportation revolution by the means of advancing autonomous driving.
Competitive compensation package.
Snacks, lunches, dinners, and fun activities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status or marital status or any other prescribed category set forth in federal or state regulations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the AI Infra Onboard Performance Intern position at Xpengmotors?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Xpengmotors. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the AI Infra Onboard Performance Intern position at Xpengmotors located?

This position is based in Santa Clara. Xpengmotors has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a AI Infra Onboard Performance Intern at Xpengmotors earn?

Xpengmotors has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the AI Infra Onboard Performance Intern role at Xpengmotors posted?

This role was posted on June 6, 2026 (34 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.