Software Engineer Virtual Platforms

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies International Ltd Job Area:
Engineering Group, Software Engineering

General

Summary:

As a Software Virtual Platform Engineer, you will specialize in virtual platforms, including System

C TLM and QEMU. Your primary focus will be on developing high‑level system virtual models of complex SoC hardware.

• Design and develop System
  
  C TLM models to accurately represent SoC architectures.
• Integrate components such as processors, interconnects, peripherals, and custom IP blocks into the System
  
  C simulator.
• Collaborate closely with hardware designers, software engineers, and stakeholders to translate system requirements into detailed System
  
  C models.
• Apply extensive C++ programming experience to ensure efficient and effective model development.

• 10+ years of Software/Firmware Engineering or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience developing Virtual Platforms or Simulators.
• Open Source Development experience.
• Experience in Unit Testing.
• Continuous Integration experience.
• ARM Fast Models experience.
• Experience with Server Architecture (RAS, Manageability).

1. System

C TLM or QEMU
2. Modern C++
3. ARM Architecture (CPU, GIC, Core Sight Debug)
4. Firmware and Device Driver Development and Debug
5. Git Revision Control

• Leverage advanced software/hardware systems knowledge to design and modify virtual models.
• Define software requirements to develop complex SoC TLM models.
• Design and implement TLM models for large‑scale products and systems.
• Lead design, coding, and testing efforts to meet specifications and schedules.
• Perform code reviews and regression tests, and triage issues to ensure code quality.
• Collaborate with individuals outside the software function to design solutions that integrate with other project components.

• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Make critical decisions that significantly impact program or project success.
• Communicate complex information clearly, often requiring negotiation and influence.
• Influence key organizational decisions and consult senior leadership for key decisions.
• Perform tasks that require extensive planning and prioritization.

• Salary, stock and performance‑related bonus.
• Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Employee stock purchase scheme.
• Matching pension scheme.
• Education Assistance.
• Relocation and immigration support (if needed).
• Life, medical, income and travel insurance.
• Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well‑being.
• Bicycle purchase scheme.
• Employee run clubs (running, football, chess, badminton and more).

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering experience.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering experience.
• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering experience.
• 2+ years of work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.

For disability accommodations, e‑mail disability‑ or call Qualcomm's toll‑free number.