CPU Architecture Performance Engineer

Qualcomm

Santa Clara, CA

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 CPU for mobile and portable computers. Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of technology to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all.

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 issues
Work with design and performance teams 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 in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of relevant work experience
OR PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Good CPU architecture knowledge and micro-architecture knowledge
Experience working in a 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

Educational qualifications as specified in requirements

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary range: $122,500.00 - $213,400.00
Annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Comprehensive benefits package supporting work, home, and leisure

Working at Qualcomm

Qualcomm is committed to equal opportunity employment and providing an accessible, inclusive workplace. The company values innovation, collaboration, and diversity, and emphasizes adherence to policies regarding confidentiality and security.

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