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CPU Performance Modeling Engineer (Multiple Levels)

Qualcomm

Location

Austin, TX, Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$148,300 - $222,500 per year

Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
PhD with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.1%·Filings 1,170·New hires 255·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

As a CPU Performance Modeling Architect at Qualcomm, you will be responsible for architecting and designing high-performance CPUs that enhance performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to explore advanced CPU performance features and model them for productization. This role requires a strong background in CPU architecture and performance modeling, as well as collaboration with design teams to assess implementation costs. Your contributions will help drive the development of state-of-the-art compute products.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years.
  • 2+ years of CPU Architecture work experience.
  • 2+ years of programming experience in languages such as C and C++.

Responsibilities

  • Proficiency in one or more areas of CPU architecture including fetch, decode, and branch prediction.
  • Collaborate with CPU Performance Architecture and RTL team members to identify opportunities for product improvement.
  • Analyze workloads to identify performance bottlenecks and opportunities.
  • Perform self-guided performance simulation studies of design alternatives.
  • Write and maintain features and sections of the CPU architectural performance model.
  • Work with RTL and design teams to assess implementation costs for new features.
  • Collaborate with the performance team to maintain and improve the simulation environment.

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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