This role pays less than
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$203k
for comparable roles.
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About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
Qualcomm currently has
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Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$222,500
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As a Senior GPU Software Engineer within the Graphics Software Engineering team, you will architect, design, implement, and verify the structure and performance of GPU hardware, drivers, features, applications, and tools. Your daily responsibilities include writing code for features, drivers, and APIs while ensuring effective performance across various platforms. You will maintain comprehensive pre- and post-silicon tests using simulation, emulation, and on-device environments to identify issues and improve designs. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders, you will also produce detailed design documentation and feature descriptions. To succeed in this role, you must possess proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Perl, or Python. This position focuses on solving technical challenges related to graphics performance and hardware integration to support advanced gaming, XR, and AI experiences.
GPU Architecture
C
C++
Python
Perl
Parallel Programming Models
High Performance Computing
RTL
Graphics Algorithms
Signal Processing
Simulators
Databases
Test Infrastructure
Computer Architecture