EDA/CAD Software Engineer, Staff

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Web Development

In short

Qualcomm Technologies Inc's Global CAD team seeks a Staff EDA/CAD Software Engineer to develop critical CAD tools for emulation, address unique SoC needs, and optimize compute and storage. The role involves working with industry-standard tools, driving optimization, and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

Develop critical CAD tools used in emulation.
Work with industry-standard tools and technologies to develop solutions for infrastructure needs.
Develop critical emulation CAD algorithms addressing unique Qualcomm SoC needs (synthesis, partitioning, place and route, clock optimization).
Drive compute and storage optimization.
Mentor and lead other members of the team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
2+ years of hands-on experience with Linux.
2+ years of direct hands-on experience with CAD SW development, Proven ability of software design principles, practices, and patterns.
Demonstratable knowledge of data structures, algorithms and design patterns.
Experience in the areas of RTL Synthesis (System Verilog -> Netlist), Clock Tree Optimization, Exposure to VLSI design concepts, logic design.
Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills with the ability to work independently, and create customer-facing applications.
Experience with Git, LSF, JIRA, GCC and other related technologies.
Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of related work experience.

Desired Qualifications

Master's or PhD. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering.
2+ years ASIC design, FPGA design, verification, or related work experience.
2+ years C++ SW development, CAD tool development, or related work experience.

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.
Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.