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CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer (Sr Engineer - Staff)

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Description For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer (Sr Engineer - Staff)

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a talented CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer to join their team in Austin, Texas. This senior to staff-level position offers a competitive salary range of $148,300 - $222,500, along with comprehensive benefits including annual bonuses and RSU grants.

The role focuses on characterizing, debugging, and optimizing the performance and power consumption of CPUs in complex SoC systems. As a key member of the CPU Engineering team, you'll be responsible for establishing methodologies, developing validation plans, and ensuring silicon meets the highest performance standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence future CPU architectures through real silicon analysis and feedback.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in post-silicon performance and power analysis of SoCs, along with strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python. Deep knowledge of CPU architecture, ARM specifications, and system benchmarking techniques is essential. You'll work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with multiple teams across design, architecture, firmware, and software domains.

Qualcomm offers an exceptional work environment with industry-leading benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, retirement benefits, annual bonuses, and equity grants. The company's commitment to innovation and technology leadership makes it an ideal place for engineers looking to work on cutting-edge CPU technology while growing their careers.

The position involves working with state-of-the-art lab equipment and requires a deep understanding of power management methodologies and optimization techniques. You'll have the opportunity to drive technical innovation and enhance capabilities in CPU performance while working alongside some of the industry's top engineering talent.

This role is perfect for someone who combines technical expertise with leadership abilities and wants to make a significant impact on next-generation CPU technology. Join Qualcomm to be part of a team that's shaping the future of mobile and computing technology.

Last updated 16 days ago

Responsibilities For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer (Sr Engineer - Staff)

  • Define and execute end-to-end performance and power analysis plans for complex CPU subsystems
  • Debug issues during pre-silicon, bring-up, validation, and production phases
  • Define optimization strategy for world class CPU workload performance
  • Lead collaborative test approach with multiple teams
  • Work with design, architecture, firmware, and software teams
  • Drive technical innovation in CPU performance and power validation
  • Develop tools and enhance technical methodologies

Requirements For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer (Sr Engineer - Staff)

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years of practical experience in post silicon performance and power analysis of SoCs
  • 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
  • Understanding of CPU architecture, memory hierarchy, system interconnects
  • Experience with platform benchmarking and performance workloads
  • Knowledge of power analysis methods and optimization

Benefits For CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer (Sr Engineer - Staff)

Medical Insurance
401k
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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