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General Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer, Senior to drive performance analysis and benchmarking across mobile and desktop platforms. This role focuses on embedded systems and OS-level performance, delivering insights that shape next-generation products. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with leadership capabilities to guide cross-functional teams and influence product strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead analysis of mobile and desktop platforms, focusing on embedded systems and OS-level performance.
Develop and execute benchmarking methodologies to evaluate CPU, GPU, and AI workloads across Windows, iOS/macOS, and Android ecosystems.
Conduct power grid and energy consumption analysis, identifying optimization opportunities and trade-offs.
Perform use case workload characterization and sensitivity analysis to assess real-world application scenarios.
Collaborate with architecture teams on PPA (Power, Performance, Area) trade-offs.
Provide post-silicon validation and actionable feedback to influence future product designs.
Enhance analysis tools, instrumentation, and automation frameworks to identify performance gaps and optimization options.
Act as a technical lead, guiding teams in competitive benchmarking and system-level evaluations.
Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver cross-platform insights that inform product strategy.
Preferred Qualifications & Areas of Expertise
Proven experience with complex embedded systems in Mobile, IoT, or Automotive domains.
Strong knowledge of computer architecture and OS fundamentals.
Expertise in Linux/Android kernel optimization, Linux scheduler, DVFS, system programming etc.
Hands-on experience with power-performance optimization techniques (DCVS/DVFS governors, QoS).
Familiarity with lab equipment for Debug and Power measurements like JTAGs, Oscilloscopes, DAQ’s etc.
Proficiency in ADB shell, scripting (Python, shell), automation environments, and system-level debugging.
Experience with Git, Jira, Android tools, and toolchains.
Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to manage tasks independently.
Track record of advising teams on competitive analysis of hardware/software designs, identifying potential flaws, and driving corrective actions.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering or related field.
6+ years of experience in performance analysis, benchmarking, Linux Kernel code analysis, Reverse engineering and embedded systems development.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
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