GPU Physical Implementation Engineer

About Qualcomm and the Role

Qualcomm is a leader in technology innovation, focusing on enabling next-generation experiences and driving digital advancements to create a smarter, interconnected future. As a GPU Engineer at Qualcomm, your responsibilities span architecting, designing, implementing, verifying, and optimizing GPU cores with a focus on performance and power efficiency. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to exceed customer expectations.

Core Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multiple teams to coordinate feature development and ensure alignment with design goals; guarantee GPU designs are innovative and compatible with other system components.
• Develop high-quality GPU systems balancing power efficiency and performance that fulfill requirements, benchmarks, and industry standards, even when faced with ambiguous input.
• Create and execute comprehensive graphics testing using tools and methodologies to assess functionality, performance, power consumption, and stability under various scenarios and benchmarks.
• Analyze complex test outcomes through statistical and predictive techniques to track benchmarking results and identify potential issues or enhancements.
• Engage with internal/external users and third-party vendors to guide implementations, ensuring alignment with their objectives.
• Develop an in-depth understanding of your core technical domain and maintain knowledge across allied areas to effectively integrate components within broader system frameworks.
• Research current industry trends and innovations in graphics to ensure solutions adhere to best practices.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations for next-generation graphics solutions and new directions in GPU technology.
• Document technical details and feature descriptions clearly and comprehensively for complex projects to aid users and customers in usage and implementation.

Requirements

• A Master's or PhD degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines.
• At least 2 years of relevant GPU experience, either from external work or internal projects.
• Proficiency in PNR (Place and Route) and synthesis tools, design flows, and methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of SoC design implementation and methodology.
• Familiarity with process technology and circuit design principles.
• Experience with static timing analysis (STA) and power analysis.
• Understanding of semi-custom design flows and methodologies.
• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 6+ years, Master's degree with 5+ years, or PhD with 4+ years ASIC design, verification, validation, integration or related experience.
• Applications from candidates with equivalent experience are also welcomed if they demonstrate competency in fulfilling the role's core duties.

Work Environment and Location

This position is based in Cork, Ireland, a vibrant economic hub known for its diverse international workforce and excellent quality of life. Cork provides easy access to over 50 international destinations including transatlantic flights via Cork Airport.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

Qualcomm is committed to equal employment opportunities; candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any protected category. The company supports reasonable accommodations upon request.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary including performance-related bonuses and stock options.
• Parental leave benefits including maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee stock purchase plans.
• Matching pension schemes.
• Educational assistance programs.
• Relocation and immigration support when necessary.
• Life, medical, income, and travel insurance coverage.
• Subsidized memberships promoting physical and mental wellness.
• Bicycle purchase program.
• Employee-run clubs such as running, football, chess, badminton, and others fostering social engagement.