Qualcomm · 2 days ago
GPU Performance Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$195K/yr - $293K/yr
5+ years expQualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a leading technology company focused on innovation and the power of technology. They are seeking a GPU Performance Engineer to develop performance models for integrated GPUs, collaborate on new GPU features, and optimize performance across various platforms.
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Responsibilities
Develop performance models for Qualcomm’s family of GPUs with a strong focus on performance accuracy and SW engineering
Collaborate with architects on development of new GPU features and associated trade-off experiments across a wide range of GPU workloads in order to optimize performance, power and cost
Develop tests and micro-benchmarks to troubleshoot and validate the performance of the various GPU blocks including fixed function graphics pipelines, programmable shader processors and memory subsystem
Develop tools and scripts to improve performance data analysis and streamline workflows
Qualification
Required
The team looks for wide range of level and experience, typically from 3 years to 20 years
Experience with GPU/CPU architecture and performance modeling
Strong C++ and Python programming skills
Good communication and presentation skills and desire to work as a team player
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience
Preferred
Exposure to graphics algorithms/concepts such as rasterization, programmable shading, texturing, etc highly desired
Programming experience in Graphics API such as OpenGL, Vulkan, Direct3D or CUDA is a plus
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
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