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CPU Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

A global leader in wireless technology innovation and the development of mobile technologies.
Hillsboro, OR, USA
$122,500 - $183,700
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Mid-Level Software Engineer
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2+ years of experience
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Description For CPU Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a CPU Post-Silicon Validation Engineer to join their CPU Silicon Bring-Up Team within the CPU organization. This role represents an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware and software engineering, focusing on the critical phase of bringing new CPU designs to life.

The position involves working with cutting-edge CPU technology, where you'll be responsible for preparing and supporting the bring-up of every SoC using custom CPUs—from first silicon through productization. This role requires a unique blend of hardware and software expertise, combining deep technical knowledge with practical problem-solving skills.

As a CPU Post-Silicon Validation Engineer, you'll collaborate across multiple teams, including CPU design, verification, SoC bring-up, and software teams. Your responsibilities will span from pre-silicon preparation using emulation and FPGA platforms to hands-on debugging and validation of silicon implementations. You'll develop test content, triage failures, and work on improving future CPU bring-up processes.

The role offers competitive compensation ($122,500 - $183,700) and comprehensive benefits, including annual bonuses, RSU grants, and extensive health coverage. Qualcomm provides a collaborative environment where you'll work alongside industry experts and contribute to groundbreaking technologies.

This position is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in computer architecture and embedded systems, combined with practical experience in silicon validation. You'll have the opportunity to impact the development of next-generation CPU technologies while working for a global leader in wireless technology innovation.

The role requires independent work with minimal supervision, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence key organizational decisions. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative problem-solving. Qualcomm offers extensive professional development opportunities and a supportive culture that encourages growth and learning.

Join Qualcomm's CPU Engineering team to work on challenging technical problems, contribute to cutting-edge CPU development, and be part of a company that's shaping the future of mobile and wireless technologies.

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Responsibilities For CPU Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

  • Collaborate with CPU design and verification teams to develop CPU bring-up and validation test plans
  • Prepare for CPU bring-up through pre-silicon work on emulation and FPGA platforms
  • Coordinate with SoC bring-up and software teams to plan CPU bring-up
  • Triage and debug failures on silicon
  • Develop test content and strategies to validate the CPU on silicon
  • Collaborate with CPU verification teams to reproduce silicon failures
  • Partner with design team to propose and architect new debug features

Requirements For CPU Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years experience
  • Experience in implementing embedded firmware in Assembly and C/C++
  • Familiarity with software toolchains including assemblers, C compilers, Makefiles
  • Strong understanding of microprocessor architecture
  • Solid knowledge of power management and physical design concepts
  • Experience in silicon bring-up and validation of CPU features
  • Experience debugging functional, power, performance, and physical design issues

Benefits For CPU Post-Silicon Validation Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Annual RSU grants
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Financial planning support
  • Work-life balance programs

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