AI-Enhanced RTL Architect for High-Perf CPU Design

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU EngineeringGeneral Summary:Qualcomm is a company of inventors pushing the boundaries of high‑performance compute. Building on a legacy of industry‑leading innovation, we are extending our leadership into the datacenter , delivering next‑generation CPU solutions that combine world‑class performance, power efficiency, and scale.As AI transforms every layer of computing, Qualcomm is at the forefront of defining how CPUs are designed, optimized, and deployed for AI-driven and cloud-scale workloads . Central to this transformation is our investment in advanced design methodologies and AI‑augmented engineering workflows —enabling faster innovation cycles, deeper design insight, and higher-quality silicon.We are driving the evolution toward agentic AI-assisted design , where intelligent tools are embedded across the engineering lifecycle—from architecture exploration to RTL development, analysis, and debug. This approach enhances engineering productivity while preserving the deep expertise and rigor required to deliver industry-leading CPU designs.This is the next phase of compute innovation—where high-performance CPU architecture meets AI-driven design practices for the datacenter era .This is the Invention Age — and this is where you come in.Roles and ResponsibilitiesAI-Enhanced RTL Development & Workflow InnovationApply and extend existing internal AI tools and agent-based workflows to enhance RTL design productivityDevelop AI-driven capabilities for:RTL code review and quality analysis (readability, methodology adherence, structural correctness)Spec RTL alignment , ensuring consistency between microarchitecture documentation and implementationAutomated debug acceleration , including waveform triage and root-cause identificationIntegrate AI into standard RTL development loops rather than creating parallel flowsRTL Analysis & Insight GenerationEnable AI-assisted analysis for:Timing, power, and area (PPA) tradeoffsMicroarchitectural bottlenecks and inefficienciesCode-level improvements for maintainability and reuseDevelop mechanisms to surface actionable insights early in the design cycle , improving iteration velocityWorkflow Integration & ScalingEmbed AI capabilities into existing toolchains and methodologies (lint, synthesis, simulation, debug)Collaborate with CAD, DV, and global design teams to scale AI-enabled workflows across programs and geographiesContribute to cross-team AI initiatives and working groups to align efforts and maximize reuse of internal capabilitiesMethodology & Best PracticesEvolve RTL methodology by integrating AI-assisted best practices into:Coding standards and review processesDebug and analysis workflowsDocumentation and specification alignmentEnsure solutions align with Qualcomm’s established RTL principles of readability, maintainability, and cross-discipline usabilityMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.ORMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.ORPhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.Preferred QualificationsStrong knowledge in AI/LLM-based engineering tools:Agentic tools (i.e. Codex, Claude Code)Agent-based AI development (prompting, chaining, orchestration)Solid experience with:Verilog/SystemVerilog (or VHDL) RTL designSimulation, waveform debug, and verification toolsKnowledge of CPU Design Techniques:Logic design principles and timing/power implicationsLow-power microarchitecture techniquesHigh-performance design tradeoffsQualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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