CPU Architecture Performance Engineer (RISC V)

Qualcomm; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 167,100 - 250,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a CPU Architecture Engineer in Austin, Texas, to design and architect high-performance CPUs. This role emphasizes performance modeling while collaborating with teams to enhance compute products.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in CPU architecture and a strong practical background in performance modeling. The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Hardware or Software Engineering.
• 2+ years in a performance modeling environment.
• Strong understanding of CPU micro-architecture.

Responsibilities

• Architect CPUs for performance and energy efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze workloads for bottlenecks.

Skills

CPU architecture knowledge

C and C++ programming

Performance modeling

Scripting languages (Perl, Python)

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Master's degree in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Job description

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 Architecture Engineer, you will architect and design state-of-the-art CPUs that push the envelope on performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the world of compute products from conceptualization through post-silicon verification.

Our CPU Performance Architecture group designs high performance, low power CPUs. As a CPU Performance Modeling Architect, you will contribute ideas for advanced CPU performance features, explore them in detail, model them, and work with the design team in productizing them. We are looking for an experienced engineer for CPU performance modeling and exploration.

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.
• Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology a plus
• Collaborate with CPU Performance Architecture and RTL team members to identify opportunities for product improvement
• Analyze workloads to identify performance bottlenecks and opportunities
• Perform self-guided performance simulation studies of design alternatives
• Write and maintain features and sections of the CPU architectural performance model
• Work with RTL and design team to assess implementation cost for new features
• Collaborate with performance team to maintain and improve the simulation environment for increased productivity

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in Computer Architecture with 2+ years of practical experience
• Strong CPU architecture knowledge and micro-architecture knowledge
• Experience working in a performance modeling environment
• Proficient in 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

Pay Range and Benefits

$167,100.00 - $250,700.00

Salary is one component of total compensation. The company offers a competitive annual discretionary bonus program, opportunity for annual RSU grants, and a comprehensive benefits package. For more details, candidate may review Qualcomm’s US benefits.

EEO Statement

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.