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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Posted: 59 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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As a system/sw performance engineer at Qualcomm’s automotive customer engineering team in San Diego, you will play a crucial role in enabling and launching customer projects by designing performance goals, profiling applications, and resolving issues related to CPU, GPU, NPU, DDR, and other SoC components. Your daily tasks include collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize system performance on Qualcomm’s automotive chipsets, analyzing benchmarks and application workloads, and developing proof-of-concept demonstrations. You will leverage your expertise in embedded systems, Linux kernel, ARM architecture, and C/C++ programming to debug complex issues, create documentation, and train customers. This position requires a deep understanding of SoC architecture and proficiency with tools like Android/AGL/QNX kernels, as well as strong problem-solving and communication skills to ensure customer satisfaction and project success.

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C C++ Linux ARM Android QNX CPU GPU DDR SoC BSP DVFS Embedded Systems Debugging Tools Performance Analysis Kernel Development Device Drivers Communication Skills Problem Solving Customer Support Training Sessions Documentation Presentation Skills

What you'll do

Design system performance goals and proof of concept demonstrations for Qualcomm automotive chipsets.
Profile and analyze application workloads, CPU, GPU, DDR benchmarks to optimize system behavior.
Debug and isolate complex system issues using software and hardware tools for customer projects.
Develop and enhance debugging tools to facilitate easy identification and resolution of performance bottlenecks.
Create detailed performance documentation, deliver training sessions, and provide onsite support for customers.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the automotive chipset meets stringent performance requirements.

What we're looking for

MS degree in Computer Science or related field with 8+ years of practical experience
Strong debugging and software development skills, particularly in automotive, mobile, or IoT SoC environments
Expertise in embedded system performance analysis and optimization, including knowledge of SoC architecture and IP cores
Proficiency in Linux kernel, device drivers, ARM architecture, and multiple operating systems like Android, QNX, etc.
Experience with system performance, software performance, BSP, stability, and customer-facing support roles
Ability to use various tools for profiling applications, analyzing logs/traces, and optimizing system behavior

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