CPU RTL Power Engineer

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

In short

We are looking for talented CPU RTL Power Engineers to work on high-performance, low-power devices. Responsibilities include power modeling, analysis, estimation, and optimization of CPU designs. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with experience in low-power design techniques and tools like PowerArtist and PTPX.

Responsibilities

  • Estimate/analyze RTL power for CPU modules using PowerArtist or equivalent tools.
  • Optimize power at various stages of the design to meet targets, collaborating with architecture, RTL, verification, and physical design teams.
  • Create comprehensive CPU power models and identify early power targets.
  • Achieve correlation with physical design and analyze power/performance/area tradeoffs.
  • Build scripts using Python/Perl to automate power estimation/analysis flow.
  • Create algorithms to analyze complex HW throttling mechanisms to achieve peak CPU performance within EDP, TDP, and peak current limits.

Requirements

  • BS degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 3 - 8 years of CPU RTL power modeling and estimation experience.
  • Deep understanding of CPU or ASIC low power design, including expertise in active and Idle power optimization.
  • Expertise in RTL clock gating techniques.
  • Expertise in CPU power modeling and analysis for power/performance tradeoffs and battery life projections.
  • Working knowledge of Verilog and/or VHDL.
  • Hands-on experience in low-power simulation tools such as PowerArtist and PTPX.
  • Knowledge of logic design principles along with power and timing implications.

Desired Qualifications

  • MS degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering with at least 3 years of practical experience.
  • Very good understanding of low power minimization techniques.
  • Experience using a scripting language such as Perl or Python.
  • Strong problem solving, organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

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.
  • Details about US benefits available at a link.
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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

5 days ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Austin, United States of America

Qualification

Bachelor, Master, Doctoral

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