Compute Optimization Engineer (DSP/Kernels)

Qualcomm; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm in Bengaluru seeks a Systems Engineer to enhance Hexagon DSP performance and architecture. The role involves coding in C/C++/ASM and Python, working with processor architecture, and delivering optimized solutions.

Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree and relevant work experience in Systems Engineering, with a passion for learning GenAI tools. Qualcomm fosters an inclusive environment welcoming all applicants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of Systems Engineering experience required.
• Master's degree and 3+ years of experience acceptable.
• PhD and 2+ years of experience also valid.

Responsibilities

• Implement industry-wide benchmarks on Hexagon DSP.
• Improve future generation hardware and ISA definition.
• Work on Hexagon Library and deliver solutions to customers.

Skills

C/C++/ASM coding

Python coding

Processor architecture understanding

Parallel programming (SIMD, multithreading)

Signal processing understanding

GenAI tool proficiency

Education

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

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

Company

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering

General Summary

We implement industry-wide benchmarks on Hexagon DSP and optimize it as best possible. Our team focuses on improving the future generation of hardware and instruction set architecture (ISA) definition and compiler tools. Work also includes improving the Hexagon Library (QHL) as delivering a final solution to customers.

Required Skills

• Excellent C/C++/ASM and Python coding skills
• Good understanding of processor architecture and how to program software in parallel processing like SIMD and multithreading
• Understanding of fixed and floating-point math operations
• Candidate should have worked before in any of the signal processing areas or should understand any pipeline related to Audio/Video/Radar/Modem/AI
• Passion to learn new GenAI tools and increasing the efficiency in monotonous day-to-day task of feature coding/optimization or try to automate as much as possible

Ways to Stand Out

• Experience range 3 to 7 years
• Candidate worked on AI related pipeline and implementation on modern architectures
• Candidates worked on open-source development of industry-wide benchmarks

Keywords

DSP, SIMD, VLIW, Kernel Optimization

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience
• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.