6 Dvfs Jobs

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Power, Performance & Thermal (PPT) Engineer with 3-6 years of hands-on experience in analyzing and optimizing the power consumption, performance, and thermal characteristics of SoC/system platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DVFS (Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling) and should be able to work across cross-functional teams to ensure efficient power and thermal management across hardware and software stacks. Key Responsibilities: Analyze and optimize power, performance, and thermal (PPT) behavior of SoCs and system platforms. Develop and implement DVFS strategies to improve energy efficiency across operating conditions. Work closely with hardware, software, and firmware teams to identify and resolve power and thermal issues. Perform system-level and component-level power profiling, thermal modeling , and performance analysis. Collaborate in defining power management architectures , algorithms, and controls. Develop automation scripts and tools to measure and monitor PPT metrics. Conduct regressions and benchmarking for various use-cases (idle, active, stress tests). Generate documentation and reports for internal stakeholders and customers. Required Skills and Experience: 3 to 6 years of relevant experience in Power, Performance, and Thermal engineering. Strong expertise in DVFS (Dynamic Voltage and Frequency Scaling) hands-on experience is a must . Proficiency in power and thermal modeling, measurement tools , and performance monitoring. Experience with Linux power management frameworks (cpufreq, devfreq, thermal zones, etc.). Good understanding of SoC architecture, clocking, voltage domains, and power rails. Scripting skills (Python, Shell, etc.) to develop automation tools for analysis and reporting. Experience with tools such as PowerAnalyzer, PTAnalyzer, or internal profiling tools. Familiarity with thermal mitigation techniques and power budgeting . Preferred Qualifications: Experience in mobile, embedded, or consumer electronic platforms. Knowledge of firmware and kernel-level power/thermal management. Exposure to Android Power HAL or Linux power drivers is a plus. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. What We Offer: Competitive salary up to 12 LPA Opportunity to work on cutting-edge SoC and system-level technologies Collaborative and innovative work environment Opportunities for learning and career growth

Job Title: CPU Firmware Architect Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Core CPU Architect with 1215 years of experience in ARM-based CPU architecture, embedded firmware, and low-level system software. This role requires a hands-on technical leader with deep expertise in CPU microarchitecture, cache/memory subsystems, power-performance optimization, and Linux kernel integration. The ideal candidate will work at the intersection of CPU design and system software, driving innovations in core CPU, firmware/OS enablement, and performance tuning for next-generation SoCs used in automotive and edge computing platforms. Key Responsibilities Define and architect core CPU software interfaces (firmware, BSP, drivers) aligned with ARM CPU microarchitecture features. Design and implement low-level firmware and kernel components for CPU initialization, exception handling, MMU setup, coherency, and memory management. Collaborate with CPU design and silicon teams on pipeline features, caches, coherency protocols, branch prediction, and power states. Lead Linux kernel and RTOS integration for CPU subsystems, focusing on scheduling, memory, and power-aware optimizations. Drive CPU power management strategies: clock gating, DVFS, retention states, idle states, and adaptive scaling. Perform CPU and memory subsystem performance profiling using simulators, emulators, JTAG, and hardware trace/debug tools. Define system-level performance/power KPIs and lead tuning across CPU, firmware, kernel, and device drivers. Mentor engineers and guide architecture reviews, patents, and long-term CPU strategy. Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance CPU platforms. Required Skills & Experience CPU Architecture: Deep expertise in ARMv8/v9 architecture, exception levels, MMU, caches, coherency protocols, ISA extensions, and PMU. Firmware & Kernel: Strong hands-on experience in firmware, Linux kernel internals, RTOS, and device drivers. Performance & Power: Proven ability in CPU pipeline analysis, memory subsystem tuning, DVFS, cpuidle/cpufreq frameworks, and power-performance tradeoff analysis. Debug & Bring-up: Experience in CPU bring-up, silicon validation, trace analyzers, emulators, JTAG, and kernel tracing tools. Programming: Proficiency in C/C++ and assembly (ARM), with Python/Shell for automation. I/O & Interconnects: Familiarity with PCIe, Ethernet, IC, SPI, CAN, USB, and memory buses (DDR, LPDDR). Problem Solving: Strong ability to root-cause complex issues across CPU architecture, firmware, and OS layers. Preferred Qualifications Contributions to open-source CPU enablement (Linux kernel, toolchains, firmware frameworks). Background in automotive, mobile SoCs, or Edge computing platforms with strict latency and performance KPIs. Technical leadership in CPU/SoC co-design projects involving hardware, firmware, and OS integration. Education Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field. Show more Show less

As a CPU Power Management FW Developer at Qualcomm India Private Limited, you will be part of a team focusing on enabling power management solutions for Qualcomm's Oryon CPUs. Your responsibilities will include collaborating internally to define and implement embedded firmware for managing power and performance in the CPU subsystem of Qualcomm SoCs across various verticals. You will contribute to the development of management controller firmware covering power management, boot, RAS, debug, security, and runtime services. This role involves working closely with hardware power management and firmware development teams, engaging with third parties for new platform enablement, and providing input to SoC and platform architects for future designs. In this position, you will drive the firmware development lifecycle from design to verification in pre-silicon and post-silicon environments. You will develop a core firmware stack using an RTOS to support algorithms for power management controllers. Additionally, you will help define Power Management solutions for future Qualcomm CPUs, collaborate with open-source communities, and participate in silicon and platform bring-up, debug, and diagnostics. Moreover, you will assist in identifying skills requirements and hiring engineers for the team. Qualifications for this role include a BS/MS in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with at least 17 years of experience in embedded firmware development. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in team management and technical expertise, particularly in DVFS, DCVS, SCMI, and CPPC. Proficiency in writing and debugging C and assembly, driver development in RTOS or OS Kernel environments, and experience with embedded OSes such as Zephyr, eCos, uC/OS, or FreeRTOS are preferred. Familiarity with ARM v8 architecture and development experience for an ARMv8 platform is a plus. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accessible processes for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the application/hiring process, you can email disability-accommodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number. The company expects its employees to adhere to all applicable policies and procedures, including those related to security and protection of confidential information. Please note that Qualcomm's Careers Site is intended for individuals seeking jobs directly with Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes through the site. Unsolicited submissions from agencies will not be accepted. For more information about this role, you can contact Qualcomm Careers directly.,

You will be working at Qualcomm India Private Limited as a CPU Performance Management FW Developer in the Engineering Group, specifically in the Software Engineering domain. Your primary responsibility will involve collaborating with a team to enable power management solutions for Qualcomm's custom CPUs, defining standard-driven solutions, implementing embedded firmware, and managing the performance of the CPU subsystem. Additionally, you will work on characterizing and tuning solutions for all Qualcomm SoCs using custom CPUs, engaging with hardware power management and firmware development teams, and contributing to future designs by providing input to SoC and platform architects. Your role will require you to design, implement, and verify firmware in both pre-silicon and post-silicon environments, define CPU Performance Management solutions, engage with open-source communities, and assist in hiring engineers. The preferred qualifications include a BS/MS in Electrical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science with 8 to 12 years of experience in embedded firmware development. You should be skilled in DVFS, DCVS, SCMI, CPPC, proficient in writing and debugging C and assembly, have driver development experience in RTOS or OS Kernel environments, and be familiar with ARM v8 architecture. In terms of physical requirements, you may need to transport between offices, buildings, and campuses, install equipment up to 5 lbs, perform tasks at various heights, monitor computers and test equipment for extended periods, and engage in continuous communication with colleagues, customers, and vendors. Qualcomm values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodations during the application/hiring process due to a disability, you can contact Qualcomm via email or phone for support. Qualcomm expects its employees to adhere to all applicable policies and procedures, including those related to the protection of company confidential information. Please note that this job description is for individuals seeking employment directly at Qualcomm, and staffing or recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes on behalf of candidates. If you are interested in learning more about this role, you can reach out to Qualcomm Careers for further information.,

Responsibilities Define ASIC power management architecture details for an ASIC that includes functions such as image compute, CPU/GPU, for maximum performance under power and thermal constraints. Prototype and validate for the next generation SoC power management system applicable at different design levels. Analyze implementation and models, and test the performance of power management solutions. Produce detailed documentation for the proposed implementation of power management schemes. Produce detailed trade-off analysis for engineering reviews and product roadmap decisions. Collaborate with software and the power architecture team to build system level designs and methods. Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience. 5 years of experience in power management or post-silicon measurements and validation. 3 years of experience with power management validation. Preferred qualifications: Master's degree or PhD in Electronics, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture and performance and power analysis. Knowledge of Dynamic Voltage Frequency Scaling (DVFS), idle power management, and system mitigation. Knowledge of the impact of software and architectural design decisions on power and thermal behavior of the system, such as thermal mitigation and scheduling, and cross-layer policy design.

Qualcomm India Private Limited is looking for a Systems Engineer to join the Engineering Group. In this role, you will be responsible for modeling and minimizing SOC power for Games/ML/UI/Image-processing Graphics workloads. You will also be involved in silicon power measurement and modeling CPU, memory, and other SOC components for Graphics workloads. Experience in GPU DCVS algorithm is a plus, as well as knowledge of Windows OS. To be successful in this role, you must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, along with 15+ years of experience in Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, with 8+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. Alternatively, a Master's degree in a relevant field with 7+ years of experience, or a PhD with 6+ years of experience will also be considered. Preferred qualifications for this role include a Master's Degree or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, 2+ years of relevant GPU experience, and 2+ years of experience interacting with senior leadership. Additionally, 1+ years in a technical leadership role with or without direct reports is desirable. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. Keywords for this role include Power, SOC, DCVS, and DVFS. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process. If you require assistance, you can contact Qualcomm at disability-accommodations@qualcomm.com. Candidates are expected to comply with all applicable policies and procedures, including those related to security and protection of confidential information. Please note that Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited.,