Company:QT Technologies Ireland Limited

Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering

General Summary:

About the role

Qualcomm offers flexible work options tailored to our employee’s needs. These include a combination of work from home and working in our brand new, state of the art office in Penrose Dock, Cork.Well-being and life balance are fundamental to Qualcomm as an employer.  We recognise and understand that employees have missed spending quality time with loved ones and extended family.  As such, Cork Qualcomm policy allows our employees to blend short-term remote working with annual leave.

The Qualcomm graphics system team in Cork will be developing software for the next generation of graphics processors (GPU).

The Systems Software Team is responsible for delivering device drivers and tools for prototyping, exploring and verifying new and prospective features for next generation GPU’s.

System software engineers work closely with top mobile GPU experts, systems architects, hardware designers, verification engineers and silicon team throughout the development life cycle of GPU.  Knowledge of graphics, algorithms, computer architectures, and operating systems are required to develop device drivers and solutions to support the graphics team for validation of future Adreno GPU’s.

You will need to cultivate a deep understanding of Qualcomm’s Adreno hardware architecture and its impact on relevant graphics APIs. You will be the subject-matter expert within the team and guide and mentor your team members.

Please note, you must have Graphics Rendering experience to be considered

Minimum required skills:

Strong C/C++ programming skillsUnderstanding of data structures and algorithmsExcellent interpersonal and analytical skills with the ability to work independentlyInterest in computer graphics, machine learning or GPGPUExperience mentoring Junior Engineers

Skills and experience we would love to see:

3+ years experiences with OpenGL ES/Vulkan/DX11/DX12 Graphics APIs5+ years on C/C++ programmingExcellent problem solving and debugging skillsExposure to Embedded systems or Real-time operating systemsExperience working with ARM architectureFamiliarity with Git, Perforce or other SCM toolsComfortable working close to the hardware

Desirable:

5+ years of industry experience in GPU industries or related field such as game engine developmentExperience with Ray TracingExperience with Device Driver DevelopmentExperience with Game Engine DevelopmentKnowledge on game engine such as Unreal Engine and/or UnityFamiliar with real-time computing graphics technologyWorking experience on large scale system software

Where you will be working

Cork has a proud reputation as Ireland's second largest economic engine and is now one of the Top 20 location choices in Europe with 39,000 people being employed by over 170 overseas companies.
There's a growing diversity in the region with people from many nationalities relocating to Cork, relishing the opportunity to work and live in a location that offers an excellent quality of life.
A gateway to Europe, Cork airport provides access to almost 50 international destinations including transatlantic air routes.

Equal Opportunities & Equal Pay

We are an Equal Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected classification.
 

What's on Offer

Apart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:

Salary, stock and performance related bonusMaternity/Paternity LeaveEmployee stock purchase schemeMatching pension schemeEducation AssistanceRelocation and immigration supportLife, Medical, Income and Travel InsuranceSubsidised gym membershipBicycle purchase schemeEmployee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many more

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.

*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

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