Graduate Software Engineer - Virtual Platforms

Qualcomm; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Software Virtual Platform Engineer to drive the development of virtual platforms such as SystemC TLM and QEMU. You will design SoC models, integrate complex components, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet requirements. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Engineering and possess extensive experience in C++ programming. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits including stock options, insurance, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Salary, stock and performance related bonus

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Employee stock purchase scheme

Matching pension scheme

Education Assistance

Relocation and immigration support

Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance

Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well-being

Bicycle purchase scheme

Employee run clubs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop SystemC TLM models to represent SoC architectures.
• Integrate components into the SystemC simulator.
• Collaborate with designers and engineers to develop detailed SystemC models.
• Conduct code reviews and perform regression tests.

Skills

SystemC TLM or QEMU

Modern C++

ARM Architecture

Firmware and/or Device Driver Development

Git Revision Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies International Ltd

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

As a Software Virtual Platform Engineer, you will specialize in virtual platforms, including SystemC TLM and QEMU. Your primary focus will be on developing high-level system virtual models of complex SoC hardware.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing SystemC TLM models to accurately represent SoC architectures.
• Integrating components such as processors, interconnects, peripherals, and custom IP blocks into the SystemC simulator.
• Collaborating closely with hardware designers, software engineers, and other stakeholders to understand system requirements and translate them into detailed SystemC models.
• Extensive experience with C++ programming to ensure efficient and effective model development.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leverage advanced software/hardware systems knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, and modify virtual models.
• Define software requirements to develop complex SoC TLM models.
• Design and implement TLM models for complex, large-scale products and systems.
• Perform code reviews and regression tests, as well as triage and fix issues to ensure the quality of code.
• Collaborate with individuals outside the software function (e.g., hardware, systems, and test engineers) to increase leverage and design solutions that work with other components of a specific project.

Level of Responsibility:

• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Utilize strong verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information, often requiring negotiation, influence, and tact.
• Perform tasks that often require multiple steps, extensive planning, problem-solving, and prioritization to complete effectively.

Top Required Skills:

• SystemC TLM or QEMU
• Modern C++
• ARM Architecture (CPU, GIC, CoreSight Debug)
• Firmware and/or Device Driver Development and Debug
• Git Revision Control

Preferred Skills:

• Open Source Development experience
• Unit Testing
• Continuous Integration
• ARM Fast Models
• Server Architecture (RAS, Manageability)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

What's on Offer

• Salary, stock and performance related bonus
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee stock purchase scheme
• Matching pension scheme
• Education Assistance
• Relocation and immigration support (if needed)
• Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance
• Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well-being
• Bicycle purchase scheme
• Employee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many more

*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

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