CPU Architecture Performance Engineer

Qualcomm

Austin, TX

Full Time

Mid Level

123k-213k

11 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

As a Qualcomm CPU Engineer, you will lead innovative Central Processing Unit (CPU) design efforts that have a critical impact on industries across the world. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, verify, and implement multi-core CPU operations for all Qualcomm Business Units. The main responsibility of this position is to do performance verification for world-class custom CPUs for mobile and portable computers, pushing the boundaries of technology to enable next-generation experiences and drive digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Proficiency in one or more areas of CPU architecture: fetch, decode, branch prediction, renaming, execute units, SIMD, load/store, MMU, caches, retire, etc.
Verify performance features between RTL and model, and troubleshoot as needed.
Work with design team and performance team to develop test cases and validate new features.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience, or Master's degree with 1+ year of relevant experience, or PhD in a related field.
Good CPU architecture knowledge and micro-architecture knowledge.
Experience working in an RTL simulation environment.
Experience working in a performance modeling environment.
Proficient in Verilog, C, C++, and scripting languages such as Perl or Python.
Ability to problem solve and develop independent ideas.
Knowledge of common performance benchmarks and workloads.

Nice to Have

MS degree in Computer Architecture with 5+ years of practical experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary ranging from $122,500 to $213,400.
Annual discretionary bonus program.
Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
Highly competitive benefits package supporting success at work, home, and play.

Working at Qualcomm

Qualcomm is committed to equal opportunity employment, providing an accessible hiring process for individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive workplace environment. The company emphasizes security, confidentiality, and adherence to policies and procedures to support its employees.

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