Design and optimize modem software for embedded systems, focusing on performance analysis, architectural trade-offs, and real-world workload optimization. Conduct pre-silicon evaluations, profile silicon behavior, and develop debugging and validation tools.… Apply data-driven analysis and machine-learning techniques to identify bottlenecks across multiple chipset generations and implement solutions through software optimization, cache tuning, and memory management.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Qualcomm's Data Center Business Unit, developing software and firmware for cloud edge and data center ML acceleration on high-performance silicon. The role requires deep embedded systems expertise including BSP, device driver development, RTOS, secure boot, TrustZone, and low-level peripheral interfaces (I2C/SPI/UART), combined with knowledge of ML frameworks and data movement optimization.… You will work on critical technologies like ML acceleration, in-memory processing, memory management, and virtualization across cross-functional international teams. Requires 2+ years of low-level C programming, proficiency with GNU/LLVM tools, embedded Linux, JTAG/SWD debugging, and multi-threaded SoC architecture understanding.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer role focused on designing and developing software/firmware for cloud edge and data center ML accelerators on Qualcomm silicon. The engineer will work on ML acceleration, memory management, virtualization, and board support packages (BSP), device drivers, RTOS, secure boot, and peripheral interfaces (PCIe, I2C/SPI/UART, DMA).… Requires 2+ years of low-level C programming on embedded platforms with proficiency in BSP development, device driver work, Embedded Linux, RTOS, and debugging tools (JTAG/SWD). Preferred experience includes ML frameworks (PyTorch, JAX), QuRT RTOS, and Qualcomm-specific middleware.
Design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software for cutting-edge products, with deep expertise in C/C++ development on embedded platforms, BSP/device driver development, RTOS, and secure boot architecture. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and architecture teams to deliver system-level software solutions.… Required: 2+ years software engineering experience, proficiency in C with GNU/LLVM tools and JTAG/SWD debugging, BSP and device driver development, Embedded Linux, and RTOS fundamentals.
Design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software for cutting-edge Qualcomm products. Develop BSP and device drivers, perform board bring-up, and work with RTOS and secure boot architecture on embedded platforms.… Debug using JTAG/SWD and GNU/LLVM tools, write unit tests, and collaborate with hardware and systems engineers on system-level software solutions. Requires 2+ years of embedded software experience, proficiency in C, and deep knowledge of SoC architecture, multi-threaded programming, and embedded Linux environments.
Lead bring-up, debug, and failure analysis for Server/Compute/Mobile SoCs in pre-Si and post-Si phases, using RTL inspection, JTAG, and lab equipment to root-cause issues at the platform level. Develop and execute debug strategies and plans to help partners rapidly triage and isolate failing components, including PVT and marginality analysis.… Investigate manufacturing defects, determine root causes, and drive corrective actions to improve product quality. Requires 6+ years of embedded platform enabling, pre/post-silicon debug, and complex issue resolution experience, plus strong understanding of RTL, low-level hardware/software debugging, CPU/SoC architectures, and server-specific boot and reboot scenarios.
Design and architect RISC-V System-on-Chip (SoC) platforms, leveraging deep expertise in heterogeneous compute, interconnect, memory systems, security, and power management. Develop and improve analysis tools including functional/performance simulators and profilers using C++ and Python.… Apply systems engineering rigor to define SoC-level architectures across boot, debug, timebase management, and real-time control components. Candidates should have 4+ years of systems engineering or SoC/IP architecture experience and demonstrate proficiency in behavioral/performance modeling and analytical techniques.
Design and architect safety mechanisms for system-on-chip (SoC) platforms across Qualcomm's product portfolio. Collaborate with hardware design, verification, software, and product teams to develop SoC-wide safety solutions that meet automotive and industrial safety standards.… Conduct workload analysis, prototype system solutions, and provide quantitative justification for architectural directions using simulators and profilers. Analyze failure modes, decompose complex safety use cases, and make safety recommendations to design and engineering teams.
Design and develop performance modeling platforms and tools for Qualcomm's AI/ML hardware accelerators targeting cloud data server applications. Analyze and optimize LLM and AI workloads on SoC architectures, working across hardware architecture, DDR memory controllers, NoC design, and compiler frameworks.… Collaborate with multi-disciplinary hardware and systems engineers to find optimal architecture tradeoffs and improve performance and power efficiency. Apply deep expertise in AI workloads, ML frameworks, computer architecture, and RTL design/verification to build systems that validate LLMs and complex ML networks.
Lead Windows platform initiatives across System BIOS, UEFI, ACPI, drivers, and applications with responsibility for full software development lifecycle, from prototype to production. Act as technical expert on Windows OS architecture, security, power management, and PC ecosystem trends; independently research requirements and guide cross-functional teams.… Deliver hands-on software development, design reviews, and technical excellence while driving innovation and continuous improvement across the platform.
Lead automotive software platform engineering programs at Qualcomm as the chief technical counterpart to OEM customers. Manage end-to-end program delivery from conception through SOP, coordinating cross-functional Qualcomm teams (hardware, software, systems, safety, security) while serving as the voice of the customer in internal forums.… Define technical solutions around SoCs, BSPs, platform software, and reference architectures; anticipate customer needs and translate them into platform requirements. Requires 6–8+ years of software engineering experience with strong embedded systems and automotive systems background (compute platforms, embedded OS stacks, ADAS architecture).
Principal System Architect role responsible for defining mobile SoC and chipset product architecture, managing trade-offs across CPUs, GPUs, DSPs, AI engines, memory subsystems, power delivery, and interconnects. Will collaborate cross-functionally with core IP, hardware design, software, and product teams to align roadmaps, set priorities, and communicate architectural decisions to technical and executive stakeholders.… Requires 8+ years of semiconductor product development experience, 5+ years in technical leadership, and comfort with large data sets and strategic problem-solving from undefined requirements.
Principal Software Engineer role on Qualcomm's Cloud AI team focused on LLM serving and inference acceleration. The engineer will design, optimize, and deploy high-performance software across the product lifecycle, from R&D through commercial deployment, with expertise in serving frameworks (vLLM), PyTorch, neural network optimization, and multi-core/SoC architecture performance modeling.… Strong C++/Python development skills, deep LLM/multi-modal model understanding, and experience with machine learning accelerators are required; experience with compiler technology, performance analysis, and commercial software delivery at scale is essential.
Design and develop uniform global methodologies for emulation build generation and debug across FPGA-based emulation platforms at Qualcomm's SoC digital hardware organization. Collaborate with architects, designers, verification engineers, and software teams to support pre-silicon prototyping and bring-up of new SoC designs.… Debug low-level software and hardware issues using tools like JTAG and kernel debuggers, with expertise in Verilog/SystemVerilog, FPGA platforms (Xilinx/Intel), and scripting languages. Requires 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, or integration experience, with preferred 5+ years in emulation and silicon environments.
As Senior Director of SoC Power and Clocking Technology at Arm, you will lead a global multi-functional team to architect, develop, and deliver power-efficient system-on-chip (SoC) and platform-level solutions. The role requires 20+ years of SoC and hardware design experience, with 5+ years specifically in clock, reset, power, and thermal architecture.… You will synthesize diverse technical requirements into optimized solutions across power management, DVFS, power gating, voltage regulation, digital clocking, and low-power processor states, working with standards such as ARM PCSA, SCMI, ACPI, and BSA.
Lead a global multi-functional team to architect, develop, and deliver power, clocking, and thermal solutions for ARM SoCs and platforms. Requires 20+ years of SoC and hardware design experience with 5+ years specifically in clock, reset, power, and thermal architecture.… Must synthesize diverse technical requirements into optimized solutions and manage cross-functional teams and external partners on sophisticated, parallel projects.
Senior staff engineer responsible for designing, developing, and debugging platform software drivers and modules for next-generation automotive SoCs. Will lead development efforts across multiple domains including Linux/QNX kernels, bootloaders, device drivers, multimedia systems, and low-power management frameworks.… Requires 6+ years of software engineering experience with deep hands-on expertise in embedded systems, ARM architecture, C/C++ programming, and SoC hardware debugging. Will collaborate with hardware, systems, and test teams to deliver automotive infotainment, telematics, and autonomous driving solutions.
As a System Performance Engineer at Qualcomm, you will optimize and validate power, performance, and thermal behavior of Snapdragon chipsets across mobile, compute, automotive, IoT, and data center platforms. You will profile complex concurrent system use-cases in emulation and software environments (Android/Linux/Windows), define performance analysis plans across CPU, GPU, and AI/ML workloads, identify optimization opportunities in SoC architecture, and triage performance issues to root cause.… You will collaborate with cross-functional hardware, software, and architecture teams, mentor junior engineers, and prepare technical recommendations for senior leadership. The role requires strong programming skills (Python, C/C++), deep knowledge of ARM SoC architecture, memory hierarchy, system interconnects, and hands-on experience with power/performance analysis tools and benchmarks.
Design and develop camera firmware and image-processing software for Qualcomm IoT devices, including ISP drivers, 3A algorithms, and image-quality systems. Architect embedded camera subsystems optimized for power and performance, leveraging ARM, DSP, GPU, and ML accelerators.… Lead full software lifecycle from concept through commercialization on Linux and Android platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready imaging solutions.
Design and develop CPU software architecture for Qualcomm's custom processors across mobile, laptop, automotive, cloud, and server platforms. Work on ARMv9 architecture features, firmware development, and hardware-software co-design, including performance optimization and system-level software enablement.… Participate in code reviews, debugging, unit testing, and technical documentation while collaborating with cross-functional hardware and software teams. Requires 8+ years of software engineering experience with strong C/C++ programming skills and embedded systems expertise.
Qualcomm's Data Center Business Unit seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop software/firmware solutions for cloud edge and data center ML workloads on high-performance silicon. The role focuses on ML acceleration, memory management, virtualization, and board support packages (BSP), with deep expertise required in embedded Linux, device drivers, RTOS, secure boot, TrustZone, and low-speed peripherals (I2C/SPI/UART).… You will collaborate across internal and cross-functional teams to advance critical technologies including process-in-memory and efficient data movement via DMA. The position requires 2+ years of low-level C programming experience and a strong foundation in SoC architecture, multi-threaded programming, and embedded development tools.
Lead Windows OS platform initiatives including System BIOS, UEFI, ACPI, drivers, and applications across the full development lifecycle. Act as a technical expert on PC industry trends, identify and mitigate technical risks, and drive platform efficiency through hands-on prototype development and cross-functional collaboration.… Require 6+ years of software engineering experience with proficiency in C, C++, Java, or Python, with deep knowledge of Windows kernel, drivers, APIs, power management, and security preferred. Provide technical guidance, lead design reviews, and foster a culture of technical excellence while contributing to short- and long-term product/technology roadmaps.
Principal Engineering role leading automotive platform software initiatives at Qualcomm, serving as the chief technical counterpart to OEM engineering leadership. Responsibilities include developing deep understanding of OEM roadmaps and architectures, leading all technical aspects of business acquisition and delivery execution, coordinating cross-functional Qualcomm engineering teams (HW, SW, systems, safety, security), and representing customer needs in internal forums.… Requires 6–8+ years of software engineering experience (depending on degree level), with 4+ years in C, C++, Java, or Python, and preferred expertise in automotive systems, compute platform architecture, and embedded software stacks (QNX, Linux, Android).
Lead Arm's SoC interconnect technology team as a senior architect with 15+ years of experience designing large-scale SoCs. Own performance modeling, microarchitecture, RTL design, and verification strategy for interconnect IP; drive adoption of industry standards (AMBA AXI/ACE/CHI, etc.) across CPU, GPU, NPU, and memory subsystems.… Mentor a team of architects and engineers while leading complex projects to tape-out, with expertise in coherent protocols, cache coherency, latency/bandwidth/power optimization, and system-level debug.
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.… 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.