Software Virtual Platform/Simulation Senior Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$129,300–$193,900 / yr
Posted
129 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Dec 17, 2026

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TL;DR · Software Virtual Platform/Simulation Senior Engineer

JOB TITLE: Software Virtual Platform/Simulation Sr. Engineer The Software Virtual Platform/Simulation Sr. Engineer joins the Software Engineering team to develop high-level system virtual models of complex SoC hardware. In this role, you will design and develop SystemC TLM models to accurately represent SoC architectures, integrating components like processors, interconnects, peripherals, and custom IP blocks into the simulator. You will collaborate with hardware designers and software engineers to translate system requirements into detailed models while leading coding, testing, and code review efforts. Key technologies include SystemC TLM, QEMU, Modern C++, C, Java, and Python. You will also utilize Git, ARM Architecture knowledge, and experience with firmware, device drivers, and unit testing. This position solves the technical challenge of creating accurate virtual platforms for large-scale products and complex systems.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop SystemC TLM models to accurately represent SoC architectures.
  • Integrate processors, interconnects, peripherals, and custom IP blocks into the SystemC simulator.
  • Develop high-level system virtual models of complex SoC hardware using C++.
  • Define software requirements to develop complex, large-scale TLM models for products.
  • Lead coding and testing efforts to ensure projects meet specifications and schedules.
  • Perform code reviews, regression tests, and triage to fix software issues.
  • Create and modify virtual models using advanced software and hardware systems knowledge.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field with 2+ years of Software Engineering experience.
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field with 1+ year of Software Engineering experience.
  • PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 2+ years of academic or work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
  • 12+ years of Software/Firmware Engineering or related work experience (preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience developing Virtual Platforms or Simulators (preferred).
  • Experience with SystemC TLM, QEMU, Modern C++, and ARM Architecture (preferred).
  • Experience with Open-Source Development, Unit Testing, Continuous Integration, and Git Revision Control (preferred).

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