Staff Software Architect

Overview

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

Job Overview:

Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connectivity and new possibilities that will transform industries, create jobs, and enrich lives. But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5Gs potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age – and this is where you come in.

GENERAL SUMMARY

We are looking for software engineers who can define software architectures while viewing software as part of a larger system comprising both software and hardware. Previous architecture experience is not necessary as long as you have good software engineering skills and are willing to approach problems at the system level.In this role you will have two related areas of responsibility: 1) participating in the definition of next generation architectures for future Qualcomm SoCs, and 2) driving the software design to realize the architecture on each SoC. This role is focused on power, thermal and limits management but you must also consider other important metrics such as performance and cost.Qualcomm SoCs serve many product categories including smartphones, tablets, wearables, IoT, servers, and automotive (telemetry, IVI and ADAS). One challenge in this role is to drive commonality in the architecture across these diverse product categories. It is anticipated that this position will focus on automotive products.

Job function / Responsibilities

+ Work with engineers across a range of disciplines (e.g. hardware, software and systems) and technologies (e.g. advanced CPUs, Hexagon DSPs, Adreno GPUs, AR/VR, ML/AI, 5G modems, Wireless LAN, and GPS)

+ Participate in defining and communicating next generation architectures for Qualcomm SoCs with a focus on power, thermal and limits management

+ Drive the process of converting the power, thermal and limits management architecture into a software design and software requirements for each SoC

+ Work with software teams to provide guidance on the architecture and design, and to help resolve issues

+ Design tools to identify and debug power consumption issues on development platforms and commercial devices

Preferred skills/experience

5+ yrs experience in software development for SoCs and platforms in wireless, automotive and/or IOT

Strong analytical skills and the ability to approach problems at a system level

One or more of the following:

+ Device driver or board support package (BSP) knowledge or development experience

+ Experience with one or more RTOSs

+ Experience with ADAS or in vehicle infotainment systems

+ Understanding of ARM processor architectures

+ Experience in power, thermal and/or limits management at the system or device driver level

+ Experience with virtualization and hypervisors

Physical Requirements

• Frequently transports between offices, buildings, and campuses up to ½ mile.

• Frequently transports and installs equipment up to 5 lbs.

• Performs required tasks at various heights (e.g., standing or sitting).

• Monitors and utilizes computers and test equipment for more than 6 hours a day.

• Continuous communication which includes the comprehension of information with colleagues, customers, and vendors both in person and remotely.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelors – Computer Science, Bachelors – Engineering, Bachelors – Information Systems

Work Experiences:

2+ years experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc., 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience

Certifications:

Skills:

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Work Experiences:

8+ years Software Engineering or related work experience. ,3+ years experience with Database Management Software. ,3+ years experience with API. ,3+ years experience working in a large matrixed organization. ,1+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).

Certifications:

Skills:

Mathematical Methods, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Scientific Analysis, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Solutions

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