Sr. Staff Virtual Platform Engineer

Qualcomm

Remote

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Work type: Remote
Location: Santa Clara, CAAustin, TXSan Diego
Salary: $180,600–$271,000 / yr
Posted: 56 days ago
Closes: Oct 18, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Sr. Staff Virtual Platform Engineer

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As a Senior Software Virtual Platform Engineer at Qualcomm Technologies, you will join the cutting-edge virtual platform team to develop high-level system virtual models of complex SoC hardware using SystemC TLM and QEMU. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing and integrating components such as processors, interconnects, peripherals, and custom IP blocks into the SystemC simulator while collaborating closely with hardware designers and software engineers. You will leverage modern C++ programming to create efficient virtual models and lead design efforts for large-scale products, performing code reviews and regression tests to ensure high-quality deliverables. This role requires extensive experience in ARM architecture, firmware development, and device driver debugging, along with a strong background in open-source development and unit testing. With significant influence over key organizational decisions, you will work on complex SoC architectures that drive the company’s advanced technology solutions.

Skills

SystemC TLM QEMU C++ ARM Firmware Device Drivers Unit Testing Continuous Integration Open Source Development Server Architecture RAS Manageability Virtual Platform SoC Architecture CPU Firmware Software Engineer

What you'll do

Design and develop SystemC TLM models for complex SoC architectures.
Integrate various hardware components into the SystemC simulator.
Translate system requirements into detailed SystemC models.
Perform code reviews and regression tests to ensure high-quality code.
Lead design, coding, and testing efforts for virtual platform projects.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience (5+ years) in developing virtual platforms or simulators.
Proficiency in SystemC TLM and QEMU for SoC architecture modeling.
Expertise in modern C++ programming for efficient model development.
Deep understanding of ARM Architecture, including CPU, GIC, CoreSight Debug.
Firmware and device driver development and debugging experience.
Ability to collaborate with hardware designers and other stakeholders.

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