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About the Role

Design and development of next-generation microarchitecture and logic for Qualcomm’s state-of-the-art Hexagon NPU, powering a wide range of AI/ML applications. The role includes providing rapid PPA (power, performance, area) feasibility analysis and feedback on new design features.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with architects, micro-architects, and other logic designers to define and develop microarchitecture for future generations of Qualcomm’s Hexagon NPU.
• Drive RTL design in SystemVerilog, owning features from concept through tape-out.
• Perform early logic synthesis, static timing analysis, and power estimation to validate design choices before full implementation.
• Evaluate the design pipeline end-to-end—from instruction set architecture through microarchitecture, RTL development, and synthesis feasibility.
• Utilize industry-standard digital design tools including simulators, synthesis engines, and power/performance analysis frameworks.
• Debug, optimize, and enhance EDA tool flows; identify and resolve tool-related issues to improve design iteration efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience with high-performance microprocessor design.

Skills

• SystemVerilog
• RTL design methodologies
• AI/ML concepts
• Python
• Perl
• Shell scripting
• Git
• Revision control systems
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Cross-functional collaboration skills

Location

• Remote

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 2+ years

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• PhD

Salary/Compensations

• $127,200.00 - $190,800.00

Benefits

• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity for annual RSU grants
• Highly competitive benefits package

About the Company

• Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a global leader in wireless technology innovation, designing and developing cutting-edge mobile technologies and products.

Equal Opportunity

• Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
• Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process.
• Qualcomm is also committed to making its workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.