Full-time

CPU Performance Engineer at Qualcomm

Posted by Qualcomm • markham, on, Canada

📍 markham, on 🕒 May 27, 2026

About the Role

Join Qualcomm Canada ULC as a CPU Performance Engineer to tackle complex display processing challenges. In this role, engage with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating on high-performance Display Processing Units.

As part of the Systems Engineering group at Qualcomm, you will deliver impactful insights into the DPU's architectural efficiency. You will analyze workloads, perform pre-silicon modeling, and collaborate cross-functionally with CPU architects and design teams. Your work will ensure optimal performance across mobile, automotive, VR, and wearable platforms.

Key Responsibilities: • Analyze IPC, latency, and bandwidth bottlenecks • Develop CPU architectural performance models • Correlate architectural assumptions with RTL results • Assess CPU interactions with memory and NoC • Collaborate with design, RTL, and performance teams

Requirements: • 5+ years in CPU architecture and microarchitecture • 5+ years in C/C++ and scripting languages • Stron...

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