As a Principal Qualcomm CPU Engineer, you will join a dynamic team at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, leading high-performance multi-core CPU design efforts that impact global industries. Your day-to-day responsibilities include leveraging advanced knowledge in computer architecture and micro-architecture to develop and verify complex CPU designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define requirements and trade-offs for product goals, and evaluating the entire design process from conceptualization through post-silicon validation. You will use industry-standard tools such as Verilog, VHDL, C++, Python, and simulation/emulation platforms to create functional models, test plans, and detailed technical documentation. This role requires a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science and at least 6 years of experience with high-performance microprocessor design and verification techniques.
Skills
C
C++
Python
Perl
Verilog
VHDL
UVM
SystemC
Cadence
Synopsys
ModelSim
Questa
TCL
SV
CI/CD
What you'll do
Leads the development and verification of high-performance and low-power CPU designs.
Solves complex design problems to ensure completeness, functionality, power efficiency, and performance.
Defines requirements and specifications for CPU designs across various trade-offs like performance and cost.
Evaluates the entire design process from concept to productization to meet industry standards.
Writes comprehensive technical documentation for complex CPU designs including verification test plans.
What we're looking for
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
6+ years experience with high-performance microprocessor design and industry standard tools.
Proficient in C/C++, Python/Perl scripting, and simulation/emulation tools.
Expertise in creating functional models, test plans, and verification processes.
Experience working in a large matrixed organization with cross-functional teams.
Strong background in computer architecture, logic design, and physical design.
Market check
Salary context
This
$167,100–$250,700
range sits above
70%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$152,000–$230,400
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$156,000–$217,556
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
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569 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$224,400
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