SoC Systems & Infrastructure Engineer (Design Validation Debug FPGA Emulation Software)

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Engineering GroupAbout QualcommQualcomm is a global technology leader driving innovations in wireless communications, AI, computing, and connected systems. Our engineering teams develop industry-leading silicon, software, FPGA prototyping platforms, emulation systems, and validation solutions that enable the next generation of mobile, automotive, AI, and edge computing products.Role SummaryWe are seeking highly motivated engineers to join Qualcomm's SoC Design, Validation, Debug, Infrastructure, FPGA, and Emulation organizations. In this role, you will work on industry-leading SoCs and development platforms spanning design, validation, system debug, silicon characterization, CAD software, FPGA prototyping, and emulation.You will collaborate closely with architects, RTL designers, verification engineers, software developers, and validation teams to develop innovative solutions that improve product quality, accelerate system bring-up, and enable next-generation computing platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and enhance solutions supporting SoC design, validation, debug, FPGA prototyping, and emulation environments.Design, implement, validate, and debug hardware and software components used in advanced SoC development platforms.Perform pre-silicon and post-silicon bring-up, failure analysis, root-cause investigation, and performance characterization.Develop automation, infrastructure, and tooling using modern programming languages and scripting environments.Support debugging of low-level hardware and software issues across complex SoC platforms.Analyze system performance, power, functionality, reliability, and timing across multiple subsystems.Collaborate with global engineering teams, technology partners, and tool vendors to improve methodologies, workflows, and product quality.Leverage automation and AI technologies to improve engineering productivity and debug efficiency.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.Experience in one or more of the following areas:ASIC / SoC DesignHardware or System DebugValidation EngineeringFPGA DevelopmentEmulation PlatformsCAD / EDA / Software DevelopmentStrong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.Preferred QualificationsMaster's or PhD in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.Experience with complex SoC architectures including CPUs, DSPs, GPUs, DDR, NoCs, peripherals, and interconnects.Experience with Linux and embedded software development.Familiarity with modern AI-assisted engineering workflows and automation technologies.Core Technical SkillsProgramming & SoftwareC/C++PythonTclPerlLinux / Embedded LinuxSoftware Design and Development PracticesAutomation and ScriptingHardware & SoCASIC DesignSoC ArchitectureHardware ValidationHardware DebugPerformance and Power AnalysisRTL DesignVerilog / SystemVerilogFPGA DesignTools & InfrastructureJTAG DebugGitJIRACI/CD Automation FlowsSimulation, Emulation, and Prototyping ToolsLinux Development EnvironmentsHardware and Software Debug ToolsSpecialized Skills Areas: Candidates may specialize in one or more of the following domains:Content and Validation: SoC/System Validation Expertise – End-to-end pre-silicon and post-silicon validation, bring-up, system integration, and silicon debug.Hardware-Software Co-Debug – Strong debugging across SoC architecture, embedded software, firmware, drivers, and hardware interfaces.Validation Content & Framework Development – Design scalable test content, automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, analysis, and debug infrastructure.Low-Level Programming – Proficiency in C/C++, Python, Assembly, Linux, device drivers, and bare-metal software development.Architecture & Domain Knowledge – Deep understanding of CPU, DDR, NoC/interconnects, memory hierarchy, clock/power management, low-power modes, and performance architecture.Performance, Power & Concurrency Analysis – System-level validation of bandwidth, latency, QoS, throughput, scalability, and power-performance tradeoffs.Pre-Silicon Platforms – Experience with simulation, emulation (RUMI/Veloce/FPGA), RTL understanding, and validation readiness.AI-Driven Validation – Applying AI/ML to improve validation productivity.Lab & Debug Tools – Hands-on experience with JTAG, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, kernel debuggers, and silicon debug methodologies.Technical Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work effectively across architecture, design, firmware, software, and validation teams to drive silicon quality.Silicon Validation & DebugPre-silicon and post-silicon bring-upFailure analysis and root-cause debuggingPlatform-level debugLab equipment usageJTAG and trace-based debuggingPVT and marginality analysisAI-assisted debug automationPower & Performance ValidationPower characterizationThermal analysisVmin/Fmax characterizationCPU/GPU/DDR/NoC analysisPerformance optimizationLow-power design methodologiesDFT & Manufacturing ValidationMBISTATPGStructural testingYield analysisScan-based debugSilicon characterizationFPGA Firmware & Embedded SystemsXilinx and Intel FPGA platformsFPGA firmware developmentEmbedded LinuxPCIe, AXI, Ethernet, and I2C protocolsHigh-speed digital designClock domain crossing and timing closureEmulation & Platform MethodologyFPGA prototypingPalladium and Veloce platformsEmulation build generationPlatform bring-upSystem-level debug methodologiesTiming closure and deployment flowsCAD & EDA Software DevelopmentCAD tool developmentAlgorithms and data structuresEmulation infrastructureSynthesis optimizationPartitioningClock optimizationCompute and storage optimizationWhy Join UsWork on industry-leading mobile, AI, automotive, and computing SoCs.Collaborate with world-class engineers across hardware, software, FPGA, emulation, validation, and debug domains.Solve challenging technical problems that span the entire silicon development lifecycle.Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies, advanced development platforms