CPU Software Engineer Senior

1 Month ago • 2 Years + • Software Development & Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

The CPU software architect will contribute to the architecture, design, and development of HW/SW interfaces, and low-level firmware for CPU bootstrapping and power control. Responsibilities include micro-code optimization, firmware design for power management, CPU software/hardware design trade-offs, debugging CPU microarchitecture issues, and defining SW architecture roadmaps according to ARM's ISA evolution. The role requires engagement with Arm architects and third-party software partners. This position offers an uncommon exposure to multiple technology domains related to system-on-chip development and requires the candidate to influence product roadmaps.
Must have:
  • Experience in designing software/firmware for embedded systems.
  • Knowledge of Arm CPU architecture, especially ARMv8.
  • Knowledge of system specifications in ARM ecosystem (SCMI, PSCI, TF-A).
  • Solid knowledge of embedded systems SW design.
  • Familiarity with kernel internals of Linux or Windows.
  • Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Job Details


Company:

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Qualcomm's software CPU (aka application processor) architecture group develops long-term software roadmaps (for a horizon of three to five years).  It is responsible for defining architecture specifications, developing prototypes, and engaging with the software and hardware worldwide partners to influence products development.  It is also acting as an operational execution team enabling commercialization of the most up-to-date worldwide CPUs integrated in Snapdragon’s chipsets for markets such as: Handsets, IOT devices, Automotive, Compute/Laptops, XR, etc.

The team is currently looking for an experienced CPU software architect who can contribute to architecting of HW/ SW interface and design and development of low level firmware for CPU bootstrapping, power controller etc. He or she, will specifically be engaged in the following domains:

a) Micro-code optimization

b) Design and development of firmware of idle and active CPU power management

c) CPU software/hardware design trade-offs

d) Debugging of critical SW issues that are artifacts of any high-performance CPU microarchitecture (prefetching, speculation, memory ordering etc...)

e) Definition of short and long-term SW architecture roadmap in accordance with Arm’s architecture ISA evolution

f) Represent the CPU SW teams in engagements with Arm architects and third-party software partners (e.g., Google, MSFT, etc.)

Since the contributions of the CPU software organization affect a large span of products, the function provides an uncommon exposure to multiple technology domains related to system-on-chip development.  To fully benefit from the role’s opportunities, the candidate must demonstrate a motivation to influence the products roadmap, as he or she, will directly contribute to Qualcomm’s most innovative products.

Minimum Qualifications:

•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

a) Around 4 years of experience in designing and developing software/ firmware for various embedded systems

b) Knowledge of Arm CPU architecture ... especially ARMv8 architecture (RISC-V architecture expertise is a plus)

c) Knowledge of various system specifications in ARM ecosystem (SCMI, PSCI, TF-A etc)

d) Solid knowledge of embedded systems SW design

e) Familiarity with the internals at kernel level of either Linux or Windows. Experience in device driver development is an added advantage

f) Effective problem-solving analytical skills (e.g., data mining, KPI interpretation, R&D, etc.)

g) Critical thinking skills

h) Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

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