CPU Emulation Engineer

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a CPU Emulation Engineer to join their CPU verification team in Santa Clara. This role offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge CPU technology with one of the world's leading semiconductor companies. As a CPU Emulation Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and maintaining emulation-based solutions for CPU verification, working closely with various CPU teams including RTL, performance, verification, and software.

The position requires expertise in emulation platforms, hardware verification, and programming skills in C/C++ and SystemVerilog. You'll be architecting test bench infrastructure, developing verification methodologies, and ensuring scalability across simulation and emulation platforms. The role involves significant debugging work, from emulation performance issues to CPU functional verification.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about CPU architecture and verification. Qualcomm offers competitive compensation ($167,100 - $250,700) along with comprehensive benefits including annual bonuses, RSU grants, and health coverage. The company's strong focus on innovation and technology leadership makes it an ideal place for career growth in hardware engineering.

The role requires collaboration across multiple teams and disciplines, making it perfect for someone who enjoys both technical challenges and cross-functional teamwork. You'll be working with state-of-the-art emulation platforms and contributing to the verification of high-performance CPUs that power millions of devices worldwide.