CPU Architecture Performance Engineer (Multiple Levels)
QualcommCPU Architecture Performance Engineer (Multiple Levels)
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA, Austin, TX
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/3/2026
Compensation
$148,300 - $222,500 per year
Job description
As a Qualcomm CPU Engineer, you will lead innovative Central Processing Unit (CPU) design efforts that significantly impact various industries. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, verify, and implement multi-core CPU operations. The primary focus of this role is 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 4+ years of relevant work experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years of experience, or a PhD with 2+ years of experience.
- Proficiency in one or more areas of CPU architecture such as fetch, decode, and branch prediction.
- Experience working in an RTL simulation environment.
- Experience working in a performance modeling 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.
- Collaborate with design and performance teams to develop test cases.
- Validate new features for custom CPUs.
- Lead innovative design efforts for multi-core CPU operations.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Qualcomm Technologies Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
198
FY2026
Approval rate
98.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
59,278
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-22%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
+30%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
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