At a Glance
- Tasks: Validate cutting-edge audio technology and collaborate with diverse engineering teams.
- Company: Join Qualcomm, a leader in innovative tech solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, RSU grants, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the exciting field of AI and audio technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in embedded firmware development and strong programming skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 179600 $ per year.
The Audio and AI sub system is responsible for high fidelity audio across an array of interfaces as well as smart voice assistant HW accelerators that are contextual aware based on a suite of sensors. Successful candidate responsibilities include the following:
- ASIC silicon bring-up and validation (functional, electrical, performance and power) of the audio IP core, DSP, various audio interfaces (I2S, PCM, SLIMbus, SoundWire, Audio Codec) and accelerators (low-power AI/ML inference).
- Develop functional test/validation plans, implement, and execute block-level and full sub-system/SoC testing.
- Use lab equipment such as audio generators/analyzers and oscilloscopes to validate audio IP blocks and interfaces.
- Interact with multiple engineering teams (Digital and mixed signal design and verification, HW architecture, SW/FW), across different geographies to debug, isolate and resolve SW and customer issues.
- Leverage FW and drivers and create procedures and test automation to speed-up and enhance validation.
- Test and debug both on ASIC platforms and emulation (FPGA prototyping systems).
- Collect, analyze, and validate performance specifications and requirements.
Required:
- Min 2+ years embedded firmware development with C, firmware, silicon validation, or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong programming and/or scripting skills (C, assembly, python, etc.).
- Strong understanding of embedded system design (CPU, Bus architectures, Caches, interconnects, clocks).
- Experience with Real-Time embedded operating systems.
- Proficiency with lab equipment such as protocol analyzers, oscilloscopes, and probes.
- Experience working in an embedded environment.
- Experience with low level CPU or DSP processor control/programming.
- Familiarity with machine learning algorithms and techniques.
- Experience with tools such as JTAG and ARM compliant debuggers.
- Experience with ARM AHB, AXI, APB or similar on-chip interconnects.
- Experience with board/platform-level debug.
- Experience debugging low level software and hardware issues.
- Experience with Source Control (Perforce, Git).
- Familiarity with raw analog/digital audio formats and properties.
- Detail oriented with strong analytical and debugging skills.
- Strong communication (written and verbal) and collaboration skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
- Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
- PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
Firmware Engineer, Edge AI Silicon Validation in Markham employer: QUALCOMM, Inc.
Qualcomm Canada ULC is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture focused on innovation and collaboration in the field of AI and machine learning. Located in a vibrant tech hub, employees benefit from competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a team that not only values your contributions but also supports your journey in shaping the future of connected devices.
