CPU Architecture Performance Engineer (Multiple Levels)

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 148,300 - 222,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual discretionary bonus

Opportunity for annual RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Qualcomm in San Diego is seeking a skilled CPU Engineer to lead performance verification for innovative CPU designs impacting global industries. The role demands expertise in CPU architecture and strong troubleshooting skills in a cross-functional environment.

Ideal candidates will have an MS degree in Computer Architecture, along with extensive experience in RTL simulation, performance modeling, and proficiency in Verilog, C, and C++. Join Qualcomm to contribute to next-generation technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of practical experience in CPU architecture.
• Ability to troubleshoot between RTL and model performance.
• Experience in performance modeling and benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance verification for custom CPU designs.
• Collaborate with design and performance teams.
• Validate new features and develop test cases.

Skills

CPU architecture knowledge

Verilog programming

C and C++ programming

Scripting languages (Perl/Python)

RTL simulation

Education

MS degree in Computer Architecture

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering

General Summary

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what’s possible to enable next‑generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. 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.

Potential Areas to Work Include

The main responsibility of this position is to do the performance verification for world‑class custom CPU for mobile and portable computers.

Roles and 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 feature between RTL and model, and have ability to troubleshoot.
• Work with design team and performance team to develop test case and validate new feature.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in Computer Architecture with 5+ years of practical experience.
• 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 and C++ and scripting languages such as Perl or Python.
• Ability to problem solve and prove your own ideas.
• Knowledge and experience with common performance benchmarks and workloads.

Minimum Qualifications

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

EEO Statement

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 disability‑[e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll‑free number. 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.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $148,300.00 - $222,500.00. The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales‑incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.