GPU RTL Design Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CA
Salary: $155,000–$232,600 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Closes: Dec 13, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · GPU RTL Design Engineer

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As a Principal Engineer at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., you will join the GPU team to architect and design high-performance GPU cores, focusing on optimizing power consumption while ensuring robust functionality. Your daily tasks include building functional model simulations, developing software for graphics verification, and programming tests to assess performance and identify issues. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, third-party vendors, and external users to guide implementation and ensure alignment with project goals. Additionally, you will develop driver and compiler software to support GPU products and write detailed technical documentation. This role requires expertise in C/C++, Python, and GPU architecture, as well as experience with simulation tools like Verilog or SystemC. The position involves working on cutting-edge graphics technology at a large scale, addressing complex business challenges in the semiconductor industry.

Skills

C C++ Python OpenGL CUDA Linux Git CI/CD Docker Jenkins NVIDIA GPU Vulkan Mesa QEMU

What you'll do

Applies GPU expertise to design, verify, and optimize performance and power of GPU cores.
Develops functional model simulations and tests for graphics verification and goal achievement.
Programs and runs graphics tests using tools to assess functionality, performance, and identify issues.
Collaborates with teams to develop driver and compiler software supporting GPU products.
Writes detailed technical documentation for GPU projects to guide user implementation.
Ensures alignment between GPU implementations and external needs through collaboration.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience in GPU architecture and design.
Proficient in developing and testing graphics software and simulations.
Expertise in programming and running graphics tests for performance analysis.
Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Experience in creating driver and compiler software for GPU products.
Ability to write detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions.

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