CPU Architecture Performance Engineer (Multiple Levels) San Diego, California, United States of[...]

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

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a CPU Architecture Performance Engineer to lead verification for a world‑class mobile CPU.

You will verify performance features between RTL and models, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with design and performance teams to create test cases and validate new features. The role requires CPU architecture expertise, RTL simulation experience, and strong C/C++/Verilog skills; MS/PhD prefered but multiple levels eligible.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CPU architecture areas such as fetch, decode, branch prediction, renaming, execute units, SIMD, load/store, MMU, caches, retire, etc.
• Verify performance features between RTL and model and troubleshoot.
• Work with design and performance teams to develop test cases and validate new features.
• RTL simulation experience and performance modeling experience; proficiency in Verilog, C/C++ and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance verification for world‑class mobile/portable CPU.
• Verify performance features between RTL and model and troubleshoot as needed.
• Collaborate with design and performance teams to develop test cases and validate new features.

Skills

CPU architecture knowledge

RTL verification

Performance modeling

C/C++ programming

Verilog

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science

MS in Computer Architecture

PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS

Tools

Verilog

C/C++

Python

Perl

Job description

## CPU Architecture Performance Engineer (Multiple Levels)San Diego, California, United States of AmericaApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobJob ID3093476## **Company:**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.**The 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 troubleshooting* 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. OR 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. OR 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.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. 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