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CPU Architecture Performance Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA, Santa Clara, CA, Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$122,500 - $213,400 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.1%·Filings 1,170·New hires 255·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

As a Qualcomm CPU Engineer, you will lead innovative CPU design efforts that significantly impact various industries. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, verify, and implement multi-core CPU operations. You will focus on performance verification for custom CPUs used in mobile and portable computers. This position requires a strong understanding of CPU architecture and the ability to troubleshoot and validate new features.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree with 1+ year of experience, or a PhD in a related field.
  • Proficiency in one or more areas of CPU architecture such as fetch, decode, and branch prediction.
  • Experience working in an RTL simulation environment.
  • Proficient in Verilog, C, C++, and scripting languages such as Perl or Python.

Responsibilities

  • Verify performance features between RTL and model and troubleshoot issues.
  • Work with design and performance teams to develop test cases and validate new features.
  • Lead innovative CPU design efforts that impact industries globally.

Benefits

  • Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.

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