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JOB TITLE: Lead CPU Firmware Verification and Validation Engineer/ Manager
The Lead CPU Firmware Verification and Validation Engineer/ Manager joins the Software Engineering group to lead a global, multi-role team responsible for the verification and validation of complex software and firmware platforms. This role involves overseeing a talent group to ensure long-term stability, scalability, and lifecycle support for the Snapdragon SoC CPU firmware stack. Key responsibilities include building and scaling a global verification organization, defining automation strategies for CI/CD cycles, managing technical debt, and performing complex code reviews. The position requires expertise in C, C++, Java, and Python, along with experience in Database Management Software, APIs, and Source Code Management Systems like Git or Perforce. The work focuses on ensuring the quality, reliability, and seamless integration of high-performance CPU firmware for large-scale products.
SoC
System Test
Automated Test Equipment (ATE)
C++
Python
Java
C#
Perl
Android
ARM Architecture
Kernel
Source Control
Git
Perforce
Software Configuration Management
IC Design Review
Wireless Standards
Hardware Architecture
Digital Design