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CPU Performance Engineer

mountain view, ca • Posted 3 days ago
Onsite Full Time Engineering

We are seeking a CPU Performance Engineer to drive the characterization and optimization of next-generation smartphone SoCs. This role combines deep technical analysis with hands‑on lab work, enabling you to shape performance insights that directly influence product design and user experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Silicon Characterization: Lead post‑silicon power and performance measurements to validate and optimize cutting‑edge SoCs.
  • Automation & Infrastructure: Develop and maintain Python‑based frameworks to automate workload measurements, telemetry collection, and data pipelines.
  • Performance Analysis: Investigate microarchitectural bottlenecks, assess DVFS and thermal management policies, and deliver actionable recommendations.
  • Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with architecture and software teams to translate raw silicon data into meaningful performance insights.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 3+ years of experience in microprocessor architecture, performance analysis, or post‑silicon characterization.
  • Strong programming skills in C/C++ and Python for automation and data parsing.
  • Hands‑on experience with hardware lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power monitors) and CPU benchmarking tools.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with power instrumentation and mobile device performance measurement.
  • Familiarity with mobile ecosystems (Android or iOS), including system‑level performance tuning and rooting processes.
  • Solid understanding of Instruction Set Architectures (ISA), especially ARM or RISC‑V.
  • Expertise in system‑level optimization: power states, thermal throttling, and trade‑offs in mobile SoCs.
  • Demonstrated ability to automate complex data pipelines and visualize large datasets to uncover microarchitectural trends.

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