computer-architecture jobs in San Diego

Lead the design and development of embedded audio software for Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors, meeting specified performance, latency, power, and stability requirements. Conduct requirements analysis, produce technical documentation, and troubleshoot software applications and drivers.…See more Manage task priorities and communicate development status, risks, and mitigations to stakeholders. Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems and drive process improvements in multimedia and audio framework development.

Design and lead development of embedded audio software running on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors, meeting strict performance, latency, power, and stability requirements. Perform requirements analysis, troubleshooting, and maintenance of audio software applications, frameworks, and drivers.…See more Manage task priorities and communicate status to stakeholders while collaborating across hardware, systems, and software teams. Apply critical thinking to solve complex problems and innovate audio software processes for mobile, IoT, automotive, XR, and consumer devices.

The SOC Platform Architect will work with hardware designers to gather and analyze power estimation data for Qualcomm SoC infrastructure IPs (interconnect, system cache, memory controllers, MMU), identify architectural bottlenecks and bugs, and propose optimizations. The role requires deep ASIC design and computer architecture expertise, along with understanding of system-level design, hardware-software trade-offs, and complete silicon design flows.…See more The candidate will coordinate with domain leads to ensure robust infrastructure deployment aligned with product requirements. Required background: 7+ years ASIC design/verification (or 5+ with a master's degree).

Staff-level software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining debug software across firmware, operating systems, platform software, and host tooling at the system level. The role requires deep expertise in debugging complex SoCs and high-performance CPU architectures, including JTAG, trace, and crash analysis, with proficiency in C, C++, assembly, and Python.…See more You will troubleshoot integrated system defects, collaborate across hardware and firmware teams to identify root causes, and drive technical decisions during design and debug reviews. This position demands strong systems knowledge, independent technical ownership, and the ability to influence architectural decisions across a cross-functional organization.

AMD is seeking an AI Systems Security Architect to drive system-wide threat modeling and security analysis across hardware, firmware, and software platforms. The role involves designing secure debug architectures, writing platform security specifications, and leveraging AI-assisted engineering tooling to accelerate security analysis.…See more The ideal candidate has deep expertise in computer architecture, confidential computing, root of trust, boot chain architecture, firmware security, cryptography, and threat modeling at platform scope, with proficiency in C/C++ and experience securing AI/ML workloads at datacenter scale.

Senior systems software engineer focused on power optimization for Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans hardware-software integration across firmware, Linux kernel, and Android, requiring expertise in low-power design, DVFS, scheduler optimization, and post-silicon power debugging.…See more Responsibilities include prototyping power features from pre-silicon through productization, executing power KPI optimization across real workloads, and building power telemetry and analysis infrastructure. Strong foundation in computer architecture, embedded systems, and OS fundamentals required; hands-on firmware and Linux kernel development experience essential.

An embedded systems software engineer role designing, implementing, and optimizing C applications for real-time signal processing on custom SoCs. The engineer will port signal processing algorithms from MATLAB/Python/C++ to optimized C code, develop Hardware-in-the-loop tests, and work across multi-disciplinary teams of software engineers, systems engineers, hardware designers, and signal processing experts.…See more Requires 8+ years of C/C++ embedded systems development, strong signal processing fundamentals, and hands-on Linux development experience.

Design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software applications under supervision, working with C/C++, Python, or PERL. Responsibilities include analyzing requirements, implementing features, conducting unit testing and debugging, participating in code reviews, and writing technical documentation.…See more Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and proficiency with Windows debugging and API debugging tools.

Develop FPGA-based solutions using hybrid C/C++ and HDL architectures, designing component interfaces to analog/digital converters and microcontrollers. Build robust data acquisition and analysis systems for health monitoring, perform integration and verification testing, and collaborate across firmware, hardware, and software teams.…See more Requires 2+ years of FPGA/embedded development experience, proficiency in C/C++, Xilinx Vivado/Vitis, and device communication protocols (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Serial). This role requires access to export-controlled information and U.S. person status.

Qualcomm seeks a Senior System Software Engineer to optimize power efficiency across Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans the full lifecycle from architecture and modeling through post-silicon debug, validation, and productization, requiring expertise in firmware, Linux kernel, and system software optimization.…See more Responsibilities include driving end-to-end power optimization across hardware/software boundaries, owning post-silicon power KPI execution, performing trade-off analysis on scheduler and DVFS algorithms, and developing power debug and automation infrastructure. The position demands strong embedded software development experience, deep understanding of computer architecture and OS fundamentals, and hands-on work with firmware and kernel-level tuning.

Develop in-house GPU drivers for Qualcomm Adreno graphics processors, focusing on Vulkan and D3D12 API implementation for verification and prototyping of next-generation architectures. Work across hardware, verification, and silicon teams to validate GPU function and performance on simulators and emulators.…See more Apply deep knowledge of graphics, computer architecture, operating systems, and GPU programming to solve complex hardware-software integration challenges.

Design and develop compiler features, optimizations, and toolsets for Qualcomm hardware in open source projects including GCC, LLVM, and glibc. Collaborate with hardware and software teams to enable efficient code generation, improve performance, and enhance programmer usability across applications including machine learning on edge devices.…See more Identify optimization opportunities through benchmarking, code analysis, and user interaction, and contribute compiler and system software improvements to open source communities.

Design and architect AI/ML platforms optimized for Qualcomm's hardware (GPU/NPU) and software stack, with focus on end-to-end performance analysis, algorithm tuning, and system bottleneck reduction. Analyze ML workloads across Computer Vision, Audio, Generative AI, and Agentic AI domains; correlate device performance against pre-silicon predictions; and develop reference implementations and tools for third-party developers.…See more Requires 15+ years in high-performance computing systems engineering or software with 5+ years in AI system optimization, strong expertise in AI frameworks and performance profiling, and ability to lead cross-functional teams and articulate complex technical concepts.

Design RTL for high-performance Hexagon/NPU processor cores used in mobile SoCs, servers, IoT, and automotive applications. Work across the full ASIC design flow from RTL through GDS2, collaborating with architecture, physical design, and verification teams on timing closure, power optimization, and area reduction.…See more Develop SystemVerilog RTL, run frontend design tools (linting, CDC, LEC, CLP), and support hardware integration and design verification. Requires 2+ years of practical RTL development experience with microprocessor design knowledge.

Design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software applications and utilities. Write C/C++ code, perform unit testing and debugging, assist with code reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project schedules.…See more Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science, proficiency in C/C++, Windows debugging, API debugging, and Python or PERL scripting.

Senior Flight Software Engineer role developing deterministic C++ software for autonomous aircraft systems in bare metal environments. Responsibilities include creating robust sensor and control system integration, implementing unit tests, handling system faults, and collaborating across avionics, mechanical, and algorithmic subsystems.…See more Requires 7+ years of professional C/C++ experience and expertise in embedded or high-performance applications, with hands-on involvement in flight hardware testing and certification.

A junior software engineer role supporting the design, development, and validation of embedded and cloud edge software applications. The engineer will analyze user needs, design and implement small software features, participate in coding, unit testing, debugging, and code reviews.…See more Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or related field, with proficiency in C/C++, Python/Perl scripting, Windows debugging, and computer architecture fundamentals.

Design and develop embedded platform software for CPU, DSP, and NPU processors in Qualcomm's Snapdragon SoC portfolio, optimizing for AI inference, computer vision, and multimedia workloads. Build high-performance drivers, runtime libraries, and multi-processor frameworks that unlock DSP and AI hardware acceleration.…See more Profile and optimize system performance at the microarchitecture level to achieve low latency and low power on resource-constrained platforms. Collaborate with hardware, tools, and firmware teams to evaluate design trade-offs and support commercialization with OEM partners.

Senior embedded DSP software engineer role developing platform software for CPU, DSP, and NPU processors in Snapdragon SoCs. Responsibilities include designing multi-processor multimedia and AI frameworks, developing high-performance drivers and runtime libraries, profiling and optimizing system performance for DSP acceleration, and collaborating with hardware and firmware teams on design trade-offs.…See more Requires strong C/C++ programming, real-time operating systems, driver development, and computer architecture expertise, with experience optimizing software on resource-constrained platforms.

Algorithm Software Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and testing C applications in real-time embedded systems within multi-disciplinary teams. The role involves porting and optimizing signal processing algorithms from MATLAB, Python, or C++ to C for multi-core DSP applications, leveraging SIMD, VLIW, and hardware accelerators to meet real-time requirements.…See more Responsibilities include developing Hardware-in-the-Loop tests, optimizing code for performance, and communicating technical details with internal and external stakeholders. Requires 8+ years of embedded C/C++ development experience, strong signal processing knowledge, Linux proficiency, and active Secret-level security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Design, implement, and optimize C/C++ applications for real-time signal processing in embedded systems, including porting algorithms to multi-core environments and developing hardware-in-the-loop tests. The role requires 4+ years of embedded C/C++ development experience, strong understanding of signal processing and linear algebra, and familiarity with hardware-software interaction and computer architecture.…See more You'll work within multi-disciplinary teams on advanced systems, optimize code for DSP applications and parallel processing, and communicate technical details to internal and external engineers.

Senior software engineer developing embedded real-time operating systems (QuRT OS, Zephyr) for high-performance microprocessors. Independently designs, develops, and tests well-defined blocks and complex features while meeting quality, functionality, power, and performance standards.…See more Requires 2+ years of microprocessor design experience, proficiency in C/C++ or Python, and knowledge of embedded systems and computer architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design reviews, troubleshoot multi-system issues, and stay current with industry trends in DSP, machine learning, and modem technologies.

Principal-level AI/ML Platform Architect responsible for designing and optimizing AI/ML systems across Qualcomm's hardware and software stacks, particularly for Windows PC/Laptop platforms. The role requires deep expertise in performance optimization, bottleneck analysis, and end-to-end system characterization across GPUs, NPUs, and multiple AI domains (computer vision, audio, generative AI, agentic AI).…See more Candidates must demonstrate 15+ years in high-performance computing systems engineering with 5+ years specifically in AI system optimization, and will interface with cross-functional teams to deliver reference implementations, tools, and documentation for third-party developers.

Senior Staff SoC Systems Performance Engineer responsible for analyzing and defining next-generation system-on-chip architectures across mobile, automotive, and compute products. The role involves conducting performance, power, and thermal analysis; deploying simulators and profilers to identify bottlenecks; and collaborating with hardware, software, and product teams to drive architectural decisions.…See more Requires 5+ years of systems engineering experience with deep knowledge of computer architecture (CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, memory hierarchies, cache coherency) and hands-on proficiency with performance modeling tools, SystemC simulators, and profiling methodologies.

As a SOC Platform Architect at Qualcomm's ASIC Engineering group, you will define and architect platform infrastructure hardware IP components (NOC, System Cache, Memory Controllers, System MMU) for next-generation SoCs. You'll work with hardware architects to gather requirements, develop deployment specifications, and coordinate with domain leads to create robust infrastructure deployment plans based on product needs.…See more The role requires strong ASIC design and computer architecture expertise, system-level design understanding, and knowledge of HW-SW feature trade-offs across the complete silicon design flow.