CPU Micro-Architect & RTL Design Engineer

QUALCOMM, Inc.; Roma; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Europe, Inc. Italy Branch Office is seeking a CPU Micro-architect/RTL Designer for multiple locations in Italy. The role involves conceiving micro-architecture with chip architects and guiding RTL design to meet power, performance and timing goals.

The ideal candidate has a degree in science or engineering with 2+ years of ASIC experience, plus knowledge of Verilog/VHDL and CPU architecture concepts. Relocation to Roma or other Italian sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master/PhD with relevant ASIC design/verification experience as stated.
• Strong knowledge of microprocessor architecture and related subsystems.
• Experience with Verilog/VHDL and simulation tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performance exploration with CPU modeling team.
• Microarchitecture development and detailed specifications.
• RTL ownership and refinement to meet power, performance and area targets.
• Support functional verification strategy and performance verification.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams on design delivery and timing.

Skills

Microprocessor architecture

Scripting (Perl or Python)

High performance CPU techniques

Power-aware design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field

PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Verilog

VHDL

Simulators

Job description

Qualcomm Europe, Inc. Italy Branch Office is seeking a CPU Micro-architect/RTL Designer for multiple locations in Italy. The role involves conceiving micro-architecture with chip architects and guiding RTL design to meet power, performance and timing goals.

The ideal candidate has a degree in science or engineering with 2+ years of ASIC experience, plus knowledge of Verilog/VHDL and CPU architecture concepts. Relocation to Roma or other Italian sites may be required.