Staff DSP Architecutre and Design Engineer

Qualcomm • San Diego, CA

112d • $154,000 - $231,000 • Remote

About The Position

This individual leads, plans, synthesizes ambiguous or conflicting requirements and performs the complex responsibility of the architecture, design, verification, and performance analysis for Digital Signal Processor (DSP) development for Qualcomm Mobile, Machine Learning, Automotive, IoT, and other products. Determines processor architecture, micro-architecture, logic design, verification, and all performance and power aspects. Applies high-performance microprocessor design concepts including multi-core, multi-threaded, out-of-order, cache memory, high-speed ALU, and advanced low power design. Evaluates all aspects of the design process from instruction set architecture to implementation. Custom instruction set is needed to achieve industry-leading results in machine learning and modem. Applies tools and techniques to evaluate design tradeoffs and verify design correctness. Uses system tools such as architectural simulators, digital design simulators and emulators, test generators, and design synthesis. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings and communicates and implements a development plan.

Requirements

• Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field and three (3) years of experience in a related occupation.
• Bachelor's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field and seven (7) years of progressive experience in a related occupation.
• Any suitable combination of education, training or experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and plan the architecture, design, verification, and performance analysis for DSP development.
• Determine processor architecture, micro-architecture, logic design, verification, and performance aspects.
• Apply high-performance microprocessor design concepts.
• Evaluate design processes from instruction set architecture to implementation.
• Apply tools and techniques to evaluate design tradeoffs and verify design correctness.
• Use system tools such as architectural simulators and digital design simulators.
• Contribute to design reviews and project meetings.
• Communicate and implement a development plan.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree