Staff Video Systems / Hardware Architecture Engineer - Qualcomm

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the architecture of video encoder, decoder, and computer‑vision hardware blocks, translating ambiguous requirements into concrete specifications.
• Design, implement, and verify RTL for video processing pipelines using SystemVerilog and related verification methodologies.
• Develop and optimize video codec algorithms and computer‑vision features in C/C++ for integration with hardware accelerators.
• Perform system‑level modeling, simulation, and performance analysis to ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., H.264, HEVC, AV1).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—firmware, silicon, and product engineering—to validate end‑to‑end functionality and video quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 8+ years of experience in video hardware architecture.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and SystemVerilog, with hands‑on experience in RTL design and verification for video codecs.
• Deep understanding of video compression standards and computer‑vision algorithms, and ability to optimize them for silicon implementation.
• Proven track record of leading complex hardware projects from concept through silicon bring‑up.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills, capable of working across multidisciplinary teams.