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CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer

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$148,300 - $222,500
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Description For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer

Qualcomm Technologies is seeking a CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer to join their team in Austin, Texas. This role focuses on characterizing, debugging, and optimizing the performance and power consumption of CPUs in complex SoC systems. The position requires extensive experience in post-silicon validation and architecture optimization, with responsibilities including setting up methodologies, developing validation plans, and recommending tuning optimizations.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in post-silicon performance and power analysis of SoCs, along with strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python. They will work closely with multiple teams across design, architecture, firmware, and software to ensure successful silicon delivery and optimization. The role demands deep knowledge of CPU architecture, particularly ARM v8 and v9 specifications, and system benchmarking techniques.

Qualcomm offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary range of $148,300 - $222,500, annual bonuses, RSU grants, and comprehensive benefits. The company provides a collaborative environment where innovation is encouraged and career growth is supported through continuous learning opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and mentorship programs.

This position represents an opportunity to work with leading technology experts in the semiconductor industry while contributing to world-changing innovations. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering work, making it ideal for experienced professionals looking to make a significant impact in CPU architecture and performance optimization.

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Responsibilities For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer

  • Define and execute end-to-end performance and power analysis plans for complex CPU subsystems
  • Debug issues found during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases of SOC programs
  • Define optimization strategy for world class CPU workload performance
  • Lead collaborative test approach with multiple teams
  • Work closely with supporting teams in design, architecture, emulation, firmware
  • Develop deep knowledge of CPU architecture and system benchmarking techniques
  • Drive technical innovation to enhance capabilities in CPU performance

Requirements For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 10+ years of practical experience in post silicon performance
  • Strong programming/scripting skills (C/C++, Python scripts)
  • Strong analytical skills for test plan creation and debug
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Knowledge and experience in ARM v8 and v9 specifications
  • Platform benchmarking and knowledge of performance workloads
  • Power analysis methods and comprehensive understanding of power consumption

Benefits For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Equity
  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Annual RSU grants
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Financial planning and retirement benefits
  • Emotional/mental health support
  • Wellbeing programs

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