Platform Reliability, Availability, Serviceability & Manageability Software Systems Engineer, Principal

Qualcomm • San Diego, CA

81d • $192,600 - $289,000

About The Position

Qualcomm is seeking an experienced ARM Platform RAS and Manageability Software Systems Engineer to help create and deploy robust RAS and manageability solutions for our cutting-edge compute platforms based on Qualcomm Oryon CPUs. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of ARM architecture, RAS principles, and system manageability considerations. As a Software Systems Engineer, you will take on a technical leadership role within the product software team, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, including SoC, CPU, software, firmware Architect, Designers and product management. You will be responsible for delivering a high-reliability software stack, minimizing downtime and ensuring efficient maintenance cycles.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in designing software and firmware for various compute environments.
• Strong expertise in modern operating systems, ARM64 architectures, hypervisors, software reliability and manageability, and software development methodologies.
• Deep proficiency in Linux kernels, RAS, System Manageability, DDR, PCIe, and communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, and MDIO.
• Practical experience with in-lab debugging tools.
• Strong technical documentation skills and excellent written and verbal communication.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in software development & design for commercially deployed compute platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of ARM architectures for various compute environments and relevant BSA, BBR, and Manageability specifications.
• Deep understanding of ARM RAS specification, ARM CPU RAS extensions, and Software components (SDEI, APEI, UEFI CPER) specifications.
• Proven success in architecting and delivering solutions for a commercially deployed Compute environment.

Responsibilities

• Help design, integrate and validate at-scale RAS features for ARM-based compute platforms and develop manageability solutions to monitor and maintain system health.
• Actively engage with the ARM and OCP community to stay updated on the latest developments and ensure alignment of the architected solution with the community direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including SoC, CPU HW, HLOS, and BIOS software teams, to ensure seamless adoption and integration of the RAS solution by the OEMs and Hyperscalers.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight to various HW and SW teams involved, ensuring compliance with required ARM specifications.
• Collaborate with customers to guide and support the development of custom software solutions leveraging Qualcomm CPUs.
• Prepare and present clear and comprehensive technical documentation and reports tailored to the needs of stakeholders, including engineering teams, senior management, customers, and suppliers.
• Partner with internal teams, marketing, end-customers, OEMs, and suppliers to create software roadmaps and detailed requirement documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity for annual RSU grants
• Comprehensive benefits package designed to support success at work, at home, and at play

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees