Full-Time

Post Silicon Engineer

GPU ASICS Engineering

Updated on 3/14/2025

Qualcomm

Qualcomm

10,001+ employees

Develops and licenses semiconductor technologies

No salary listed

Junior, Mid

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Diego, CA, USA

Category
Hardware Engineering
Computer Hardware Engineering
Requirements
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 2+ years of relevant GPU experience.
Responsibilities
  • Applies GPU knowledge and experience to architect, design, implement, verify, and/or optimize the performance and power of GPU cores.
  • Builds functional model simulations, develops software, and tests for various graphics to verify correctness and ensures performance and power goals are met.
  • Programs and runs graphics tests using tools and methods to assess functionality, performance, and power and identify issues.
  • Collaborates with teams, third-party vendors, and external users to guide implementation and ensure alignment with needs and goals.
  • Develops driver and compiler software to support GPU products.
  • Writes detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions for GPU projects to guide users and/or customers to use or implement software.
Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree or PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 2+ years of relevant GPU experience.

Qualcomm develops and commercializes advanced wireless technologies, focusing on the semiconductor industry. The company designs and manufactures integrated circuits and licenses its extensive patent portfolio to clients in mobile devices, automotive, and IoT sectors. Qualcomm's products enhance connectivity, improve power management, and boost performance in various applications, contributing to the advancement of smart devices and networks. Unlike many competitors, Qualcomm has a strong emphasis on patent licensing, which is a significant part of its revenue model. The goal of Qualcomm is to drive innovation in telecommunications and electronics, enabling the next generation of connected devices.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Founded

1985

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What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Palantir enhances AI capabilities for industrial IoT applications.
  • Collaboration with Recurrent Energy boosts sustainability through a 50 GWh solar deal in Spain.
  • Qualcomm's on-device AI advancements improve user experiences and product offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from NVIDIA and AMD in the AI chip market.
  • Geopolitical tensions may disrupt semiconductor production and distribution.
  • Rapid 5G and IoT advancements could render existing products obsolete.

What makes Qualcomm unique

  • Qualcomm leads in semiconductor innovation, focusing on wireless and IoT technologies.
  • The company excels in AI integration for edge computing and industrial IoT applications.
  • Qualcomm's extensive patent portfolio strengthens its market position and revenue streams.

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Benefits

Premium-free health coverage

Onsite health & fitness centers

Retirement programs

Disability & life insurance programs

Tuition reimbursement

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Parental leave

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