Qualcomm · 2 weeks ago
CPU Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer (Sr Engineer - Staff)
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$148K/yr - $222K/yr
4+ years expQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leading company in engineering innovation, and they are seeking a Post Silicon Power and Performance Engineer to optimize CPU performance and power consumption. The role involves characterizing, debugging, and enhancing CPU performance while collaborating with various teams to ensure the silicon meets performance standards.
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Responsibilities
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 an optimization strategy that delivers world class CPU workload performance
Lead collaborative test approach with multiple teams, and tracking test execution to make sure all features are performant and optimized on time
Work closely with supporting teams in design, architecture, emulation, firmware, design verification and software to ensure readiness for first silicon arrival, evaluation of IP performance upon silicon arrival, and evaluation of critical CPU workloads
Develop deep knowledge of CPU architecture, SoC system architecture, system benchmarking techniques, and power reduction and optimization methods
Drive technical innovation to enhance capabilities in CPU performance, system performance and power validation including tools and script development, technical and procedural methodology enhancement, and various internal and cross-functional technical initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
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
Must excel in a dynamic team working environment
Must be a self-starter and be able to independently drive tasks to completion
Proven understanding of CPU, memory hierarchy, system interconnects
Knowledge and experience in ARM v8 and v9 specifications
Solid grasp of ARM SoC concepts and architecture specifications like SMMU, GIC, Coresight-PMU and Timer architectures
Proven understanding of critical industry CPU workloads and system interactions and dependencies
Platform benchmarking and knowledge of performance workloads
Performance analysis tools and analysis techniques
Power analysis methods and comprehensive understanding of power consumption
Power management methodologies and deep understanding of tuning and optimization
Modern lab equipment, including DAQs, protocol/logic analyzers, oscilloscopes
Computer hardware and architecture (experience with datacenter servers a plus)
Preferred
Bachelor or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering
Leadership and mentoring skills a definite asset
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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