Principal CPU Software Architect - Embedded SoC Firmware

QUALCOMM, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 197,000 - 295,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA, seeks an experienced CPU software engineer to design and develop low-level firmware for bootstrapping, power management, and related CPU software/hardware interactions. You will influence product roadmaps and collaborate with partners across global teams.

The role requires deep embedded domain expertise, mult core SoC experience, and hands-on driver development for RTOS environments. Strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 8+ years of software engineering experience in CPU/software domains.
• Embedded firmware experience for boot, power management, and hardware interfaces is required.
• Strong knowledge of ARM/RISC-V architectures and computer architecture concepts is needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop low-level firmware for CPU bootstrapping, power controller, and related subsystems.
• Contribute to software/hardware trade-offs and system optimization for multicore SoC environments.
• Collaborate with Arm/RISC-V partners and external teams to influence roadmap and features.

Skills

C

C++

Java

Python

Education

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

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

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

J-TAG

ICE debuggers

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego, CA, seeks an experienced CPU software engineer to design and develop low-level firmware for bootstrapping, power management, and related CPU software/hardware interactions. You will influence product roadmaps and collaborate with partners across global teams.

The role requires deep embedded domain expertise, mult core SoC experience, and hands-on driver development for RTOS environments. Strong communication skills are essential.