Microprocessor Silicon Validation and Optimization Engineer

A leading technology company specializing in wireless technology, semiconductors, and mobile processors.
$140,000 - $210,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
AI

Description For Microprocessor Silicon Validation and Optimization Engineer

Qualcomm is seeking a Microprocessor Silicon Validation and Optimization Engineer to work on cutting-edge microprocessor development. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with the latest microprocessors powering mobile phones, mobile compute, AI engines, and servers. As a technical lead, you'll be responsible for both pre-silicon and post-silicon validation and enablement of microprocessors on SoC.

The position involves working with state-of-the-art technology in a company that values innovation and excellence. You'll be engaged in various aspects of the development process, from test development and pre-silicon verification to silicon bring-up and system characterization. The role requires strong technical expertise in microprocessor architecture and programming skills, particularly in C/C++ and assembly languages.

At Qualcomm, engineers are encouraged to push boundaries and innovate without constraints. The company offers comprehensive benefits, including competitive salary, annual bonuses, RSU grants, and extensive health coverage. You'll be joining a team of talented professionals working on technologies that power the next generation of mobile and computing devices.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical skills with excellent communication abilities, as the role involves detailed technical analysis and effective reporting of silicon status. This position offers significant growth opportunities and the chance to work on projects that impact the future of technology.

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Responsibilities For Microprocessor Silicon Validation and Optimization Engineer

  • Technical lead for pre-silicon and post silicon validation
  • Test development and pre-silicon verification
  • Silicon bring-up and system detailed characterization
  • Customer debug support and optimization
  • Silicon data analysis and interpretation
  • Mapping Silicon scenarios to design verification environment
  • Root cause debug with design team

Requirements For Microprocessor Silicon Validation and Optimization Engineer

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer/Software engineering or higher
  • Thorough knowledge of microprocessor/cache-memory architecture and microarchitecture
  • Experience in Software/Algorithms development for functional validation and debug
  • Experience in Software/Algorithms development for functional silicon characterization
  • Fluent in C/C++
  • Strong familiarity in assembly (ARM, DSP, i32, etc.)
  • 5+ years of working experience on microprocessor verification or validation

Benefits For Microprocessor Silicon Validation and Optimization Engineer

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

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