GPU HLM Engineer - Cork, Ireland

Qualcomm; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + bonus

Relocation support

Immigration support

Life, Medical, Travel Insurance

Employee stock purchase

Pension scheme

Job summary

Qualcomm Ireland seeks an engineer to help model Adreno GPUs, design bitwise accurate C-Model simulations, and drive verification across RTL and software stacks. You will collaborate with architects, designers, drivers, and compilers to ensure high-performance, power-efficient GPU solutions for mobile and compute workloads.

The role emphasizes C/C++, graphics pipelines, testing, and scripting. Relocation or immigration support may be available for a successful candidate in Cork region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of software/hardware experience.
• Master's or PhD in related field is preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant GPU experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop bitwise accurate functional models (C-Model) to simulate new architectures.
• Develop test suites and perform functional verification & validation with C-Model and RTL.
• Perform conformance, stress, and random tests; stabilize GPUs and compute systems.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, driver, and compiler teams to meet goals.
• Develop driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
• Write detailed technical docs and feature descriptions for GPU projects.

Skills

C++

C

Computer Architecture

Graphics Pipelines

Test & Debug

Python scripting

Shader Modelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/Computer Science

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

DirectX

OpenGL

OpenCL

Vulkan

RTL Simulation

Job description

Company:QT Technologies Ireland LimitedJob Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > GPU ASICS EngineeringGeneral Summary:Job DescriptionAdreno GPU has been the industry leading mobile graphics solution and has been the dominating GPU in today’s smart phone market. Our power efficient GPU solution is fundamental to enable the exciting new markets like VR, IoT, AI, drone, autonomous driving etc.We are looking for an Engineer interested in GPU Modelling, someone willing to help develop world-class GPU products that deliver high-performance graphics and compute capabilities with low power consumption. As a member of our Graphics Department, you will contribute to the development of our GPU simulator of our next generation Graphics Processing Unit.In this position, you will be contributing to the GPU architecture design by using advanced modelling methodologies. You are expected to be able to understand the design and implementation specs, define the development scope, develop the algorithm for some functional blocks, and verify the correctness of the design.You will be working with architects, designers, driver, and compiler teams to accomplish your tasks.You will:• Develop bitwise accurate functional models (C-Model) (by using C/C++ etc.) to simulate our new architectures and solutions• Develop solid test suites and perform functional verification & validation with the C-Model and RTL simulation• Perform conformance tests, stress & random tests and stabilize GPUs & Compute systemsRequired skills/experience:• Good understanding of Computer Architecture and/or Graphics Pipelines.• Intermediate or higher C++ coding, debugging and problem-solving skills.Preferred skills/experience:• Programming experience in modelling using C++• Knowledge in graphics/ray-tracing/compute pipeline (e.g., DirectX, OpenGL, OpenCL, Vulkan, etc.)• Ability to write clean, professional & maintainable code in C++• In addition to strong C/C++, scripting languages like Perl/Python programming language• 3D Graphics, GPU compute, driver development or compiler experience is a plus• Agile development methodology experience is preferable• Good communication skills and ability & desire to work in a geographically diverse team.Where you will be workingCork has a proud reputation as Ireland's second largest economic engine and is now one of the Top 20 location choices in Europe with 39,000 people being employed by over 170 overseas companies.There's a growing diversity in the region with people from many nationalities relocating to Cork, relishing the opportunity to work and live in a location that offers an excellent quality of life.A gateway to Europe, Cork airport provides access to almost 50 international destinations including transatlantic air routes.Equal OpportunitiesWe are an Equal Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected classification.What's on OfferApart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:Salary, stock and performance related bonusMaternity/Paternity LeaveEmployee stock purchase schemeMatching pension schemeEducation AssistanceRelocation and immigration support (if needed)Life, Medical, Income and Travel InsuranceSubsidised memberships for physical and mental well-beingBicycle purchase schemeEmployee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many moreMinimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.ORMaster's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.ORPhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.Preferred Qualifications:• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.• 2+ years of relevant GPU experience.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:• Applies GPU knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, verify, and/or optimize the performance and power of GPU cores.• Builds functional model simulations, develops software, and tests for various graphics to verify correctness and ensures performance and power goals are met.• Programs and runs graphics tests using tools and methods to assess functionality, performance, and power and identify issues.• Collaborates with teams, third-party vendors, and external users to guide implementation and ensure alignment with needs and goals.• Develops driver and compiler software to support GPU products.• Writes detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for GPU projects to guide users and/or customers to use or implement software.Level of Responsibility:• Works under supervision.• Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate work group.• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. 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