
GPU Compiler Engineer - Multiple Levels (Evergreen)
Required skills
- GPU
- Compiler
- Graphics
- Driver software
- Functional model simulations
- Performance optimization
- Power optimization
Nice to have
- Game experience
Role summary
Qualcomm is seeking GPU Compiler Engineers for multiple levels across various locations and remote work. The role involves architecting, designing, implementing, verifying, and optimizing GPU cores, working with functional model simulations, software development, and graphics testing. Responsibilities include developing driver and compiler software, writing technical documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs. A background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields with significant software, hardware, or systems engineering experience is required, with advanced degrees and specific compiler/GPU experience being preferred.
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > GPU ASICS EngineeringGeneral Summary:
*****Hiring for Santa Clara, San Diego, Austin and Boxborough locations. Open to hire for Remote work as well.
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm GPU Engineer, you may architect, design, implement, verify, and/or optimize the performance and power of GPU cores. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet and exceed customer needs
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.OR
Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of compiler experience, or 10+ years of compiler + GPU related experience (e.g., driver or game experience).
2+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director and above).
1+ year in a technical leadership role with direct reports (only applies to positions with direct reports).
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Applies GPU knowledge to assist in the architecture, design, implementation, verification, and/or optimization of the performance and power of GPU cores.
Assists in building functional model simulations, developing software, and testing for various graphics to verify correctness.
Programs and runs graphics tests using tools and methods to assess functionality, performance, and power.
Collaborates with team members to guide implementation and ensure alignment with needs and goals.
Assists in the development of driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
Writes technical documentation and feature descriptions for GPU projects.
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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$203,700.00 - $305,500.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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