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Software Virtual Platform/Simulation Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$211,800 - $317,800 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Master's with 5+ 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 Software Virtual Platform Engineer at Qualcomm, you will focus on developing high-level system virtual models of complex SoC hardware using SystemC TLM and QEMU. You will collaborate with hardware designers and software engineers to translate system requirements into detailed models. This role requires extensive experience in C++ programming and a strong background in virtual platforms or simulators. You will work independently while also providing guidance to team members.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years, or a PhD with 4+ years.
  • 3+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
  • 12+ years of Software/Firmware Engineering or related work experience.
  • 5+ years of experience developing Virtual Platforms or Simulators.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop SystemC TLM models to accurately represent SoC architectures.
  • Integrate components such as processors, interconnects, peripherals, and custom IP blocks into the SystemC simulator.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware designers, software engineers, and other stakeholders to understand system requirements.
  • Lead design, coding, and testing efforts to ensure that projects are completed to specifications and schedules.
  • Perform code reviews and regression tests, as well as triage and fix issues to ensure the quality of code.

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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