Pre-si performance / TLM modeling Staff Engineer

## Company: Qualcomm India Private Limited ## Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering General Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Server Performance Modeling Engineer to join our team, focusing on peripheral subsystem performance. This role involves developing analytical and simulation models to evaluate and optimize the performance of server peripherals such as storage controllers, network interfaces, PCIe devices, and other I/O subsystems. You will work closely with architecture, hardware, and software teams to ensure that peripheral components meet performance targets and integrate seamlessly into server platforms. Key Responsibilities: * Lead modem performance activities for multi-RAT (LTE, 5G NR) cellular modems from design through commercialization. * Analyze and optimize modem KPIs (throughput, latency, power consumption) across various use cases and concurrency scenarios. * Work with architecture teams to define performance requirements and influence design decisions for optimal power/performance trade-offs. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HW, SW, Systems) to validate modem performance in pre-silicon and post-silicon phases. * Develop and maintain performance models and dashboards for modem subsystems. * Provide technical leadership in debugging performance bottlenecks and proposing solutions. Some of the key skills which are required (2-3 key skills will be important): * Strong understanding of cellular modem architecture and 3GPP standards (LTE, 5G NR). * Hands-on experience with performance modeling, simulation tools, and KPI analysis. * Knowledge of QoS tuning and modem concurrency optimization. * Experience with pre-silicon validation platforms (TLM, RUMI, Emulation). * Proficiency in scripting (Python, Perl) for automation and data analysis is desirable. * Familiarity with SoC interconnects, memory subsystems, and concurrency impacts. * Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills in complex HW/SW environments. * Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. * Good understanding of bus protocols like AXI, AHB, QSB * Experience working in team where close collaboration is required between multiple stakeholders Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries). Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law. To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for...