System Performance Architect

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

In short

As a System Performance Architect at Qualcomm, you will lead system performance explorations for next-generation Mobile, AI and CPU server SoCs. Your responsibilities include defining and executing system-level performance analysis, identifying bottlenecks, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and influencing design decisions. The role requires extensive experience in performance modeling, memory architecture, system architecture, and proficiency in C++ with SystemC/TLM modeling.

Responsibilities

Define and execute system level performance analysis of Infrastructure architecture features, memory controller behavior, and system‑level trade-offs in pre-silicon simulation environment
Identify performance bottlenecks across interconnect, caches, and compute, and propose architecture improvements.
Contribute to performance sign-off activities, project deliverables, technical reviews, and automation
Define methodologies, metrics, and KPI frameworks for workload analysis, performance tracking, and feature evaluation.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (SoC, NoC, memory controller, DV, power, software) to influence design decisions
Identify optimization opportunities across both hardware and software, and drive recommendations to architecture, design, compiler, OS, firmware, and application teams
Research and track industry trends and innovations in memory architecture such as HBM, 3D-stacked memory, and advanced packaging.

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.
6+ years of experience in performance modeling, memory architecture, or system architecture.
Solid understanding of SOC Architecture, NOC/Fabric architecture, Memory subsystem.
Proficient with performance exploration planning and analysis for complex SOC designs.
Strong C++ proficiency; experience with SystemC/TLM modeling.
Solid understanding of memory hierarchies and DRAM systems.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with AI/ML, GPU, or HPC-class SoCs.
Familiarity with post‑silicon performance analysis and silicon correlation.
Ability to translate performance data into clear architectural recommendations.

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 during the application/hiring process.
Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

C++SystemCTLMHBM

#ASIC Design#System Performance#SoC Architecture#Memory Architecture#AI/ML#HPC

About Qualcomm

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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

4 days ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

On Site

Salary

US$145,600–218,400 / year

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

San Diego, United States of America

Qualification

Undergraduate, Master, Doctoral

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