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Compute DSP/AI Subsystem Validation Engineer

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In short

Qualcomm is looking for a Compute DSP/AI Subsystem Validation Engineer in Markham, Ontario. This role involves IP verification, debugging, and developing test plans for next-generation AI/ML and video processing IP across pre- and post-silicon phases. The position requires experience in C, C++, Python, embedded software development, and familiarity with Windows/Linux environments.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to IP verification during the pre/post silicon phase of next generation SOC
  • Collaborate with design and software teams to debug and resolve issues
  • Design and translate high-level customer use cases to hardware-specific verification plans
  • Develop and automate test plans; refactor and optimize test code
  • Manage validation and testing of the driver/hardware
  • Migrate/integrate cross-team drivers to new platforms as required for testing
  • Deliver low-level hardware drivers for Qualcomm Snapdragon Subsystems validation
  • Support post-silicon bring-up, functional, and performance testing
  • Perform power correlations, analysis, and reporting

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-3 years of experience
  • Experience in low-level and/or embedded software development in C, C++, Assembly, and Python
  • Experience with Windows and Linux OS environments
  • Experience in ARM, DSP processors, Windows/Linux environments
  • Experience in automation and test/integration methodologies
  • Experience developing/enhancing validation methodologies and infrastructure solutions
  • Experience with SCM tools (Git, Perforce), and defect tracking (JIRA)
  • Good communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Strong debug skills

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience with digital and analog circuit is a strong asset
  • Developing and optimizing test framework and tools to create a controlled validation environment to support large-scale validation
  • Designing and defining new validation strategy as well as detailed test plans
  • Help debug efforts for issues found during Pre-silicon (FPGA) and Post-silicon
  • Define, design, and execute platform Pre-Silicon and Post-Silicon validation plans for current and future products
  • Debug hardware/software issues using Lauterbach Trace32 (T32) for register access, memory analysis, and automation
  • Experience with low-power modes, power/performance characterization, and correlation analysis

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
  • Opportunity for annual RSU grants
  • Highly competitive benefits package designed to support success at work, at home, and at play
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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

4 weeks ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Markham, Canada

Qualification

Bachelor

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