Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering

General Summary:

Qualcomm Data Center team is developing High performance, Energy efficient server solution for data center applications. We are looking for highly talented, innovative, teamwork-oriented individuals for our cutting-edge technology work! 

Our Mission

We are dedicated to transforming industry by reimagining silicon and developing next-generation computing platforms. By joining our team, you’ll collaborate with world-class engineers to create innovative solutions that push the limits of performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. Our focus is on developing server-class high performance solutions that are highly optimized for the needs of the server product.

Position: Server RAS Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced RAS (Reliability, Availability, Serviceability) architect to join our team. If you possess a deep understanding of CPU system design and have a passion for architecting and designing complex, high performance and low power designs at advanced process nodes, we would be pleased to hear from you. This critical role involves architecture of the complete RAS and error handling solutions for CPU server by collaborating with other CPU and SoC architects.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of CPU and SoC architecture for datacenter SoCs, including experience in microarchitecture and design of coherent CPU subsystems. CPU subsystem microarchitecture involves design and deployment of data, control and debug features using interconnects, power management, RAS, and debug and trace blocks. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential for excelling in this position.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.Over 7 years of experience in architecting RAS solutions for complex server SoCs.In-depth understanding of the interaction of on-chip errors and error handling flows with system firmware/softwareDetailed knowledge of multiprocessor system architecture, memory and input-output subsystems, high-speed interconnects, operating systems/hypervisors, platform firmware, Error correcting codes (ECC)Strong expertise in power management of a high-performance system including management of active power, idle low power and silicon/system limitsStrong expertise in defining and developing debug features associated with high performance designsStrong technical documentation skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.15+ years in developing RAS architecture for CPUs and/or SoCs.Experience with ARM ISA and related RAS specificationsExpertise in quantifying FIT rates of functional blocks, SoCs and the platformExpertise in silicon and system test methodologies to quantify benefits of RAS mechanismsExperience in micro-architecture and/or design of RAS solution for multiple functional blocks of a CPU/SoC like L2/L3, directory, interconnects, memory controllers, etc.Understanding of advanced features like Chipkill, forward error correctionStrong understanding of DFx technologies like DFT, DFY, DFM

Key Responsibilities

Work with chip architect to understand architecture concept and high level requirementsDefine and document and RAS and Error Handling strategy for the chipCollaborate with other stakeholders to quantify metrics associated with the RAS implementationEvangelize/communicate these to silicon, system and software stakeholdersAssess and identify error mitigations to address the needs of a wide range of market segmentsParticipate in new product development, comprehend customer technical requirements, develop architectural solutions to meet those requirementsWork with design and verification teams to ensure implementation is in accordance with the specification

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
PhD 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.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$233,000.00 - $349,600.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm.  We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus).  In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

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