Embedded DSP/NPU Software Engineer

MaC VC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. seeks a DSP Architect to oversee architecture, design, verification, and performance analysis for DSP development across Snapdragon platforms, ML, automotive and IoT products.

The role requires a strong background in high-performance microprocessor design, ISA and micro-architecture, and experience with C/C++ and embedded systems. Collaboration across teams and ability to drive design reviews are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 2+ years of relevant work experience OR
• Master's degree required with 1+ year of relevant work experience OR
• PhD in related field acceptable for the role.

Responsibilities

• Independently develops small well-defined blocks and assists in developing more complex blocks, features, and tests under minor supervision.
• Identifies problems across multiple systems and collaborates on design reviews to ensure specifications, performance and power requirements are met.
• Keeps abreast of industry trends and advances related to DSP technologies, machine learning, and modem.
• Collaborates with team members to generate new ideas and communicates with peers and leads.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python

Embedded systems

Computer architecture

Design verification

Matrixed organization experience

Education

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

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

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. seeks a DSP Architect to oversee architecture, design, verification, and performance analysis for DSP development across Snapdragon platforms, ML, automotive and IoT products.

The role requires a strong background in high-performance microprocessor design, ISA and micro-architecture, and experience with C/C++ and embedded systems. Collaboration across teams and ability to drive design reviews are essential.