GPU DV Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$182,200–$273,400 / yr
Posted
74 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Dec 26, 2026

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $202k
This role $228k
$137k most similar roles pay here $288k

This role pays more than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $168,125–$235,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $228k versus about $202k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · GPU DV Engineer

The GPU DV Engineer joins the GPU ASICS Engineering team to architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize the performance and power of GPU cores. In this role, you will build functional model simulations, develop software, and test various graphics to ensure correctness while meeting specific performance and power goals. You will be responsible for designing, programming, and running comprehensive graphics tests across different scenarios and benchmarks to verify functionality, stability, and power. Additionally, the role involves developing critical driver and compiler software to support GPU products and creating detailed technical documentation for complex projects. The work focuses on solving hardware and software challenges inherent in GPU architecture. Key skills required include advanced GPU knowledge, experience with graphics testing tools, and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and third-party vendors to ensure alignment with project goals.

What you'll do

  • Architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize the performance and power of GPU cores.
  • Build functional model simulations and develop software to verify graphics correctness and performance goals.
  • Design and execute comprehensive graphics tests across various scenarios to identify issues in functionality, performance, and stability.
  • Develop critical driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
  • Write detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for complex GPU projects.
  • Provide guidance and supervision to other team members on technical tasks.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 4+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
  • At least 2 years of relevant GPU experience is preferred.
  • At least 1 year of experience interacting with senior leadership is preferred.
  • Experience in technical leadership roles with direct reports is preferred for applicable positions.
  • Ability to architect, design, implement, verify, and optimize the performance and power of GPU cores.
  • Proficiency in developing driver and compiler software and creating detailed technical documentation.

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