Camera Core Power Engineer Job at Qualcomm in San Diego
Qualcomm, San Diego, CA, United States
Company: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Camera Engineering
General Summary: The Multimedia Power team at Qualcomm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Low Power Hardware Architect to join our dynamic group. This team is at the forefront of developing and optimizing cutting-edge technologies in Camera, Video Encoding/Decoding, and Computer Vision, which serve as the foundation for billions of Snapdragon-powered devices. Our diverse product portfolio spans Mobile, Automotive, Compute, Extended Reality (XR), and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
As a member of the Multimedia Power team, you will play a pivotal role in the analysis, budgeting, and optimization of power consumption across all multimedia use cases. Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency and performance of devices used by millions worldwide, helping to deliver industry-leading power solutions.
Primary Responsibilities Defining Power Targets: Establish hardware core-level power targets, drive power optimization strategies, and ensure that these targets are consistently met throughout the entire System-on-Chip (SoC) execution process.
Power Analysis & Estimation: Utilize industry-standard power estimation and optimization tools—including Synopsys PrimePower, Ansys Power Artist, and Siemens PowerPro—to analyze and estimate power consumption at various stages of the design cycle.
Silicon Validation: Validate power estimates by correlating them with actual silicon measurements on target platforms, ensuring accuracy and reliability of power models.
Advanced Modeling: Leverage deep learning and machine learning techniques to analyze, model, and predict power consumption for next-generation multimedia platforms, driving innovation in power efficiency.
Design Cycle Support: Provide ongoing support for multimedia core power optimization and estimation of both average and peak power throughout the design cycle, from pre-RTL stage to post-silicon validation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with System Architects, Design Engineers, and Verification teams to define, update, and refine multimedia use cases for comprehensive core power analysis. Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting that requires daily interaction with cross-functional teams. Strong communication, planning, and execution skills are essential for success in this role.
Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
Extensive experience with low power design techniques, including setting power targets for hardware cores, pre-silicon power estimation, and post-silicon power measurement and validation.
Deep understanding of state-of-the-art power estimation and optimization tools such as Synopsys PrimePower, Ansys Power Artist, and Siemens PowerPro.
Solid grasp of synthesis and physical design processes, particularly as they relate to power optimization and management.
Knowledge of multimedia intellectual properties (IPs), including camera systems, video codecs, and computer vision technologies.
Familiarity with SoC architectures and system-level design principles.
Experience with hardware design and verification tools is highly desirable.
Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
• Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
• PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
Equal Opportunity / Accessibility: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for applicants with disabilities. You may email disability-accommodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number for accommodations. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits: $148,300.00 - $222,500.00. Salary is one component of total compensation, which also includes an annual discretionary bonus program and potential RSU grants. Benefits information is available from your recruiter and on the Qualcomm benefits site.
For more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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In Summary: The Multimedia Power team at Qualcomm is at the forefront of developing and optimizing cutting-edge technologies in Camera, Video Encoding/Decoding, and Computer Vision . Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency and performance of devices used by millions worldwide, helping to deliver industry-leading power solutions .
En Español: Compañía: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Área de trabajo: Ingeniería Group, Engineering Group > Camera Engineering Resumen General: El equipo Multimedia Power en QualcomM está buscando un arquitecto de hardware de bajo poder altamente calificado y experimentado para unirse a nuestro grupo dinámico. Este equipo está a la vanguardia del desarrollo y optimización de tecnologías de última generación en cámara, codificación/decodificación de vídeo y visión informática, que sirven como base para miles de millones de dispositivos impulsados por Snapdragon. Su experiencia tendrá un impacto directo en la eficiencia y el rendimiento de los dispositivos utilizados por millones de personas en todo el mundo, ayudando a ofrecer soluciones energéticas líderes en la industria. Responsabilidades primarias Definir objetivos de energía: Establecer metas de potencia al nivel del núcleo de hardware, estrategias de optimización de potencia de conducción, y garantizar que estos objetivos se cumplan consistentemente durante todo el proceso de ejecución de System-on-Chip (SoC). Análisis y estimación de poder: Utilice herramientas estándar para estimar y optimizar la potencia incluyendo Synopsys PrimePower, Power Artist y Ansens PowerProto analizar y estimular el consumo de energía en varias etapas del ciclo de diseño. Validación de silicio: validar las estimaciones de potencia correlacionándolas con mediciones reales de silicios en plataformas objetivo, asegurando la precisión y fiabilidad de modelos de energía. Prosperar en un entorno rápido y colaborativo que requiere interacción diaria con equipos interfuncionales. Las habilidades de comunicación, planificación y ejecución fuertes son esenciales para el éxito en este papel. Clasificaciones clave Licenciatura en Ingeniería Eléctrica (BSEE) con un mínimo de 10 años de experiencia relevante o una Maestría en ingeniería eléctrica (MSEE), con al menos 8 años de experiencias relevantes. Experiencia extensa con técnicas de diseño de baja potencia, incluida la fijación de objetivos de energía para núcleos de hardware, estimación de potencia pre-silicona y medición y validación de poder post-silikon. Comprensión profunda de las herramientas de estimación y optimización de potencia más avanzadas como Synopsys PrimePower, Ansys Power and Siemens PowerPro. Una sólida comprensión de los procesos de síntesis y diseño físico, especialmente en lo que se refiere a la optimización y gestión de energía. Conocimiento de propiedades intelectuales (IPs), incluyendo sistemas de cámara, software y visión por video. Qualcomm se compromete a proporcionar un proceso accesible para los solicitantes con discapacidades. Puede enviar por correo electrónico disability-accommodations@qualcomm.com o llamar al número gratuito de Qualcoms para obtener alojamiento. Qualcomt también está comprometido a hacer que nuestro lugar de trabajo sea accesible a las personas con discapacidad. Rango de pago y otras compensaciones y beneficios: $148,300.00 - $222,500.00.
Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Camera Engineering
General Summary: The Multimedia Power team at Qualcomm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Staff Low Power Hardware Architect to join our dynamic group. This team is at the forefront of developing and optimizing cutting-edge technologies in Camera, Video Encoding/Decoding, and Computer Vision, which serve as the foundation for billions of Snapdragon-powered devices. Our diverse product portfolio spans Mobile, Automotive, Compute, Extended Reality (XR), and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
As a member of the Multimedia Power team, you will play a pivotal role in the analysis, budgeting, and optimization of power consumption across all multimedia use cases. Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency and performance of devices used by millions worldwide, helping to deliver industry-leading power solutions.
Primary Responsibilities Defining Power Targets: Establish hardware core-level power targets, drive power optimization strategies, and ensure that these targets are consistently met throughout the entire System-on-Chip (SoC) execution process.
Power Analysis & Estimation: Utilize industry-standard power estimation and optimization tools—including Synopsys PrimePower, Ansys Power Artist, and Siemens PowerPro—to analyze and estimate power consumption at various stages of the design cycle.
Silicon Validation: Validate power estimates by correlating them with actual silicon measurements on target platforms, ensuring accuracy and reliability of power models.
Advanced Modeling: Leverage deep learning and machine learning techniques to analyze, model, and predict power consumption for next-generation multimedia platforms, driving innovation in power efficiency.
Design Cycle Support: Provide ongoing support for multimedia core power optimization and estimation of both average and peak power throughout the design cycle, from pre-RTL stage to post-silicon validation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with System Architects, Design Engineers, and Verification teams to define, update, and refine multimedia use cases for comprehensive core power analysis. Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting that requires daily interaction with cross-functional teams. Strong communication, planning, and execution skills are essential for success in this role.
Key Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) with at least 8 years of relevant experience.
Extensive experience with low power design techniques, including setting power targets for hardware cores, pre-silicon power estimation, and post-silicon power measurement and validation.
Deep understanding of state-of-the-art power estimation and optimization tools such as Synopsys PrimePower, Ansys Power Artist, and Siemens PowerPro.
Solid grasp of synthesis and physical design processes, particularly as they relate to power optimization and management.
Knowledge of multimedia intellectual properties (IPs), including camera systems, video codecs, and computer vision technologies.
Familiarity with SoC architectures and system-level design principles.
Experience with hardware design and verification tools is highly desirable.
Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
• Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
OR
• PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
Equal Opportunity / Accessibility: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for applicants with disabilities. You may email disability-accommodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number for accommodations. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits: $148,300.00 - $222,500.00. Salary is one component of total compensation, which also includes an annual discretionary bonus program and potential RSU grants. Benefits information is available from your recruiter and on the Qualcomm benefits site.
For more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The Multimedia Power team at Qualcomm is at the forefront of developing and optimizing cutting-edge technologies in Camera, Video Encoding/Decoding, and Computer Vision . Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency and performance of devices used by millions worldwide, helping to deliver industry-leading power solutions .
En Español: Compañía: Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Área de trabajo: Ingeniería Group, Engineering Group > Camera Engineering Resumen General: El equipo Multimedia Power en QualcomM está buscando un arquitecto de hardware de bajo poder altamente calificado y experimentado para unirse a nuestro grupo dinámico. Este equipo está a la vanguardia del desarrollo y optimización de tecnologías de última generación en cámara, codificación/decodificación de vídeo y visión informática, que sirven como base para miles de millones de dispositivos impulsados por Snapdragon. Su experiencia tendrá un impacto directo en la eficiencia y el rendimiento de los dispositivos utilizados por millones de personas en todo el mundo, ayudando a ofrecer soluciones energéticas líderes en la industria. Responsabilidades primarias Definir objetivos de energía: Establecer metas de potencia al nivel del núcleo de hardware, estrategias de optimización de potencia de conducción, y garantizar que estos objetivos se cumplan consistentemente durante todo el proceso de ejecución de System-on-Chip (SoC). Análisis y estimación de poder: Utilice herramientas estándar para estimar y optimizar la potencia incluyendo Synopsys PrimePower, Power Artist y Ansens PowerProto analizar y estimular el consumo de energía en varias etapas del ciclo de diseño. Validación de silicio: validar las estimaciones de potencia correlacionándolas con mediciones reales de silicios en plataformas objetivo, asegurando la precisión y fiabilidad de modelos de energía. Prosperar en un entorno rápido y colaborativo que requiere interacción diaria con equipos interfuncionales. Las habilidades de comunicación, planificación y ejecución fuertes son esenciales para el éxito en este papel. Clasificaciones clave Licenciatura en Ingeniería Eléctrica (BSEE) con un mínimo de 10 años de experiencia relevante o una Maestría en ingeniería eléctrica (MSEE), con al menos 8 años de experiencias relevantes. Experiencia extensa con técnicas de diseño de baja potencia, incluida la fijación de objetivos de energía para núcleos de hardware, estimación de potencia pre-silicona y medición y validación de poder post-silikon. Comprensión profunda de las herramientas de estimación y optimización de potencia más avanzadas como Synopsys PrimePower, Ansys Power and Siemens PowerPro. Una sólida comprensión de los procesos de síntesis y diseño físico, especialmente en lo que se refiere a la optimización y gestión de energía. Conocimiento de propiedades intelectuales (IPs), incluyendo sistemas de cámara, software y visión por video. Qualcomm se compromete a proporcionar un proceso accesible para los solicitantes con discapacidades. Puede enviar por correo electrónico disability-accommodations@qualcomm.com o llamar al número gratuito de Qualcoms para obtener alojamiento. Qualcomt también está comprometido a hacer que nuestro lugar de trabajo sea accesible a las personas con discapacidad. Rango de pago y otras compensaciones y beneficios: $148,300.00 - $222,500.00.