Performance Modelling Engineer - Graphics / GPU

About the role

A global semiconductor business is hiring a Performance Modelling Engineer to help shape next-generation GPU platforms. The work focuses on high-performance, power-efficient graphics and compute solutions used across mobile devices, VR, AI, IoT, and autonomous systems. This is a permanent, on-site role in Cork, Ireland.

What you will do

• Create bit-accurate GPU functional models in C and C++ to emulate upcoming GPU architectures.
• Develop algorithms for functional components and confirm their correctness through validation and verification.
• Construct and run thorough test coverage, including conformance, stress, and randomized testing, to improve the reliability of GPU and compute platforms.
• Work closely with architects, designers, driver engineers, and compiler teams to agree on scope and deliver strong technical outcomes.

What you need

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a similar subject, along with at least 4 years of experience; or a master’s degree with 2+ years of experience; or a PhD in a relevant area.
• Demonstrated strength in C++ development, with a disciplined approach to clean, maintainable, professional code.
• Good knowledge of computer architecture and/or graphics pipeline concepts.

Additional information

The role is permanent and based onsite in Cork, County Cork, Ireland.

Relevant areas of interest include GPU modeling, performance modeling, C-Model development, compute pipelines, functional verification, simulation, stress testing, driver development, compiler collaboration, and adjacent technologies such as VR, AI, IoT, and autonomous systems.

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