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Graduate Software Engineer – Virtual Platforms

Location: Cambridge, UK

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Salary: Not specified

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Deadline: Open

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Develops high-level virtual platform models for complex SoC hardware using SystemC, QEMU, and modern C++ to support hardware and software development.

General Summary:

As a Software Virtual Platform Engineer, you will specialize in virtual platforms, including SystemC TLM and QEMU. Your primary focus will be on developing high-level system virtual models of complex SoC hardware.

Key responsibilities include:

· Designing and developing SystemC TLM models to accurately represent SoC architectures.

· Integrating components such as processors, interconnects, peripherals, and custom IP blocks into the SystemC simulator.

· Collaborating closely with hardware designers, software engineers, and other stakeholders to understand system requirements and translate them into detailed SystemC models.

· Extensive experience with C++ programming to ensure efficient and effective model development.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

· Leverage advanced software/hardware systems knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, and modify virtual models.

· Define software requirements to develop complex SoC TLM models.

· Design and implement TLM models for complex, large-scale products and systems.

· Perform code reviews and regression tests, as well as triage and fix issues to ensure the quality of code.

· Collaborate with individuals outside the software function (e.g., hardware, systems, and test engineers) to increase leverage and design solutions that work with other components of a specific project.

Level of Responsibility:

· Work independently with minimal supervision.

· Utilize strong verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information, often requiring negotiation, influence, and tact.

· Perform tasks that often require multiple steps, extensive planning, problem-solving, and prioritization to complete effectively.

Top Required Skills:

1. SystemC TLM or QEMU

2. Modern C++

3. ARM Architecture (CPU, GIC, CoreSight Debug)

4. Firmware and/or Device Driver Development and Debug

5. Git Revision Control

Preferred Skills

1. Open Source Development experience

2. Unit Testing

3. Continuous Integration

4. ARM Fast Models

5. Server Architecture (RAS, Manageability)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

What's on Offer

Apart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:

  • Salary, stock and performance related bonus

  • Maternity/Paternity Leave

  • Employee stock purchase scheme

  • Matching pension scheme

  • Education Assistance

  • Relocation and immigration support (if needed)

  • Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance

  • Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well-being

  • Bicycle purchase scheme

  • Employee run clubs, including, running, football, chess, badminton + many more

How to apply

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Qualcomm

Location: San Diego, CA

Industry: Telecommuniations

We are at a pivotal moment in technology — one that will define generations to come. Industries — new and existing — are undergoing a digital transformation. And Qualcomm stands at the intersection of the key trends and technologies that are accelerating that transition. The time is now — for Qualcomm. Qualcomm is the world’s leading wireless technology innovator and the driving force behind the development, launch, and expansion of 5G. When we connected the phone to the internet, the mobile revolution was born. Now, we’re bringing the benefits of mobile to new industries, including automotive, IoT (i.e. industrial, consumer and edge networking), and computing, and are leading the way to a world where everyone and everything is intelligently connected. Our leadership — from mobile to the connected intelligent edge — is driving demand for our industry-leading roadmap of relevant technologies. This is creating a significant opportunity for growth as we continue to successfully execute on our diversification strategy. Our expertise in 5G, AI, and beyond is going to help change everything, from reinventing businesses to transforming transportation to reimagining our cities. The time is now for global innovation unlike anything we’ve seen.

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