The role is focused on driving CPU software architecture for top industry products using Qualcomm Custom CPU. The candidate will engage in hardware-software co-design, software architecture, system optimizations, and firmware development. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge ARMv9 architecture features and contribute to various Qualcomm SoCs used in premium mobile, laptop, automotive, cloud, and server products. The team emphasizes collaboration and innovation in embedded system development.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in embedded system development.
• Understanding of ARM CPU architecture fundamentals and ARMv8/v9 ISA.
• Familiarity with typical open-source development tools and frameworks.
• Experience in software or driver development for operating systems like Linux or RTOS.
• Good programming skills using C, C++, or ARM assembly.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple teams including hardware design.

• Design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and specialized utility programs.
• Analyze user needs and software requirements to design and customize software for optimal operational efficiency.
• Design and implement software modules for products and systems.
• Participate in the design and coding for large features, unit testing, debugging fixes, and integration efforts.
• Perform code reviews and regression tests, and triage and fix issues to ensure code quality.
• Collaborate with others inside the project team to accomplish project objectives.
• Write technical documentation for software projects.

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