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Qualcomm · 4 hours ago

CPU Performance Modeling Engineer (Multiple Levels)

positionSanta Clara, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$199K/yr - $298K/yr
date3+ years exp

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leading technology innovator that drives digital transformation for a smarter, connected future. The CPU Performance Modeling Engineer will architect and design advanced CPUs focusing on performance and energy efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance compute products.

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Responsibilities

Proficiency in one or more areas of CPU architecture: fetch, decode, branch prediction, renaming, execute units, SIMD, load/store, MMU, caches, retire, etc
Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology a plus
Collaborate with CPU Performance Architecture and RTL team members to identify opportunities for product improvement
Analyze workloads to identify performance bottlenecks and opportunities
Perform self-guided performance simulation studies of design alternatives
Write and maintain features and sections of the CPU architectural performance model
Work with RTL and design team to assess implementation cost for new features
Collaborate with performance team to maintain and improve the simulation environment for increased productivity

Qualification

CPU architecturePerformance modelingCC++Scripting languagesOS internalsCompiler technologyAnalytical skillsProblem solvingCollaborationCommunication

Required

Proficiency in one or more areas of CPU architecture: fetch, decode, branch prediction, renaming, execute units, SIMD, load/store, MMU, caches, retire, etc
Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology a plus
Collaborate with CPU Performance Architecture and RTL team members to identify opportunities for product improvement
Analyze workloads to identify performance bottlenecks and opportunities
Perform self-guided performance simulation studies of design alternatives
Write and maintain features and sections of the CPU architectural performance model
Work with RTL and design team to assess implementation cost for new features
Collaborate with performance team to maintain and improve the simulation environment for increased productivity
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Bachelor's degree in Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
Master's degree in Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
PhD in Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
3+ years of CPU Architecture work experience
2+ years of work experience with programming (e.g., C, C++, etc.)

Preferred

MS degree in Computer Architecture with 3 -10+ years of practical experience
Strong CPU architecture knowledge and micro-architecture knowledge
Experience working in a performance modeling environment
Proficient in C and C++ and scripting languages such as Perl or Python
Ability to problem solve and prove your own ideas
Knowledge and experience with common performance benchmarks and workloads
Master's degree in Computer Architecture, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
10+ years of High Performance CPU Architecture or related work experience

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package

Company

Qualcomm

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Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
dateFounded in 1985
location
San Diego, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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http://www.qualcomm.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.5M
1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M

Leadership Team

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Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Isaac Eteminan
CEO
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