L2 Cache Design Engineer – Micro-Architecture

Company:Qualcomm India Private LimitedJob Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware EngineeringGeneral Summary:Join Our High-Performance CPU Design TeamWe are looking for passionate engineers to help shape the next generation of compute architectures. If you thrive on solving complex problems in cache design and coherency, this is your opportunity to make an impact.Role OverviewAs an L2 Cache Design Engineer, you will:Drive micro-architecture development for L2 cache subsystems, from concept to detailed specification.Implement and optimize cache coherency protocols for multi-core and multi-socket systems.Collaborate with architects, RTL designers, and verification teams to deliver high-quality, low-power designs.Analyze and improve performance, power, and area (PPA) trade-offs for cache structures.Support functional and performance verification, ensuring correctness and efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop micro-architecture specifications for L2 cache and related coherency logic.Own RTL design and refinement to meet timing, power, and reliability goals.Work closely with DV teams on coherency verification strategies.Participate in performance modeling and exploration for high-bandwidth cache systems.Contribute to design methodology improvements and automation.Required SkillsStrong knowledge of cache and memory subsystems, including L2 cache design principles.Expertise in cache coherency protocols (MESI/MOESI, directory-based schemes).Proficiency in SystemVerilog RTL, simulation, and debug tools.Familiarity with AMBA CHI/AXI protocols and interconnect design.Understanding of low-power design techniques and timing closure.Solid grasp of computer architecture fundamentals: pipeline design, hazard detection, ordering rules.Experience with scripting (Perl/Python) for design automation is a plus.Preferred Qualifications2 to 15 years exp in CPU or SoC design focusing on cache/memory subsystems.Hands-on experience with multi-level cache hierarchies and coherency verification.Exposure to physical design constraints and PPA optimization.Why Join Us?Work on cutting-edge CPU architectures for high-performance, low-power devices.Collaborate with world-class engineers in a dynamic, innovative environment.Opportunities for growth and leadership in advanced micro-architecture design.Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. ORMaster's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. ORPhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of Hardware 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- 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 individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.