CPU Architecture Performance Engineer (RISC V)

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA · Austin, TX
Salary: $167,100–$250,700 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Closes: Nov 29, 2026

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TL;DR · CPU Architecture Performance Engineer (RISC V)

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As a CPU Performance Modeling Architect at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., you will join the CPU Architecture team to contribute innovative ideas for advanced performance features in CPUs, conducting detailed simulations and modeling to enhance performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. Your day-to-day responsibilities include performing self-guided simulation studies of design alternatives and maintaining sections of the architectural performance model. Ideal candidates possess a Master’s degree in Computer Architecture with at least two years of practical experience, along with strong knowledge of CPU architecture and micro-architecture. This role involves working on cutting-edge technology to solve complex business problems related to high-performance computing.

Skills

C++ Python Perl Linux Git CI/CD CPU Architecture Micro-Architecture Performance Modeling Simulation Tools X86 ARM PowerPC

What you'll do

Conduct self-guided performance simulation studies to evaluate design alternatives.
Write and maintain sections of the CPU architectural performance model.
Contribute innovative ideas for advanced CPU performance features.
Explore detailed aspects of proposed CPU performance enhancements.
Collaborate with the design team to integrate new performance models.

What we're looking for

MS degree in Computer Architecture with at least 2 years of practical experience.
Deep understanding of CPU architecture and micro-architecture.
Ability to perform self-guided performance simulation studies on design alternatives.
Experience writing and maintaining features for CPU architectural performance models.
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with the design team.

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