GPU Power Analysis Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 161,800 - 242,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual discretionary bonus

Opportunities for annual RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading tech innovator is seeking an experienced GPU Engineer in San Diego, California. The role involves architecting, designing, and optimizing GPU cores while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and notable experience in software and hardware engineering. This position offers a competitive salary range of $161,800 - $242,600, reflecting total compensation benefits along with a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree or PhD preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant GPU experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and optimize GPU cores.
• Develop software and tests for graphics performance verification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Skills

Software Engineering

Hardware Engineering

Systems Engineering

GPU Architecture

Power Optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Engineering

PhD in Computer Engineering

Tools

Simulation Tools

GPU Programming Tools

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > GPU ASICS 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 GPU Engineer, you may architect, design, implement, verify, and/or optimize the performance and power of GPU cores. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet and exceed customer needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant GPU experience.
• 1+ year of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director and above).
• 1+ year in a technical leadership role with direct reports (only applies to positions with direct reports).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leverages advanced GPU knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, verify, and/or optimize the performance and power of GPU cores.
• Builds functional model simulations, develops software, and tests for various graphics to verify correctness and ensures advanced performance and power goals are met.
• Designs, programs, and runs comprehensive graphics tests using tools and methods under different scenarios and benchmarks to verify functionality, performance, power, and stability and identify issues.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, third-party vendors, and external users to guide implementation and ensure alignment with needs and goals.
• Develops critical driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
• Writes detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for complex GPU projects to guide users and/or customers to implement output.

Level of Responsibility:

• Works independently with minimal supervision.
• Provides supervision/guidance to other team members.
• Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate work group.
• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc. Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions. Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

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EEO Employer: 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.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits: $161,800.00 - $242,600.00

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. 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. In addition, our benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will discuss these details with you; more information is available via the linked page.

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