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Location
San Diego, CA
Posted
56 days ago

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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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As a senior DSP architect at Qualcomm, you will oversee the architecture, design, verification, and performance analysis for various products including mobile devices, machine learning applications, automotive systems, and IoT solutions. Your daily tasks include determining processor micro-architecture, logic design, and all aspects of power and performance optimization using advanced concepts like multi-core processing, out-of-order execution, and high-speed ALU designs. You will leverage tools such as architectural simulators, digital design simulators, test generators, and design synthesis to evaluate design tradeoffs and ensure correctness. Preferred qualifications include a Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields, along with extensive experience in programming (C, C++, Python), computer architecture, embedded systems, and design verification methods. You will independently develop complex blocks and features while guiding junior engineers, staying current with industry trends to contribute to strategic discussions on the product roadmap.

What you'll do

  • Determines processor architecture and micro-architecture for DSP development.
  • Designs logic circuits, verifies designs, and analyzes performance and power aspects.
  • Applies high-performance design concepts like multi-core and out-of-order execution.
  • Evaluates design tradeoffs using architectural simulators and digital design tools.
  • Guides lower-level engineers and reviews their work to ensure quality standards.

What we're looking for

  • Master's or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience with programming (C, C++, Python) and computer architecture.
  • Expertise in design verification methods for complex DSP systems.
  • Deep knowledge in a specific engineering domain relevant to DSP products.
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively across teams.
  • Experience guiding and reviewing work of lower-level engineers.

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