Qualcomm · 3 days ago
GPU Software Engineer, Senior
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$117K/yr - $175K/yr
2+ years expQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leading technology innovator that enables next-generation gaming, XR, and AI experiences. The Senior GPU Software Engineer will architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize GPU hardware and software, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs.
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Responsibilities
Applies Graphics knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, and verify the structure and performance of GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools
Writes code for features, drivers, and APIs using different languages (e.g., C, C++, perl, python) and ensures code will perform effectively on different platforms
Maintains comprehensive pre- and post-silicon tests using tools and methods in different environments (e.g., simulation, emulation, on-device) to verify performance and identify issues
Identifies deficiencies in designs and works with team members to develop solutions to improve designs
Collaborates with teams and external stakeholders to expose new features and functionality that align with needs and goals for implementation and customization
Writes detailed design documentation and feature descriptions for projects to guide developers and/or customers to use or implement software
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Game Rendering, or related work experience
OR Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Game Rendering, or related work experience
OR PhD in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field
1+ year of academic and/or work experience with one or more programming language suitable for graphics (e.g., C++, C)
Preferred
Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field
2+ years of relevant GPU experience
1+ year of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director and above)
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package
Company
Qualcomm
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5M1991-12-20IPO
1988-01-01Undisclosed· $3.5M
Leadership Team
Cristiano Amon
President and Chief Executive Officer
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CEO
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