Senior Engineer – Mobile Gaming System Optimization (Android/Linux, Performance & Power)

## Company: Qualcomm China ## Job Area: Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Engineer to drive end-to-end analysis and resolution of mobile gaming issues on Snapdragon platforms. You will deliver systematic platform-side optimizations to improve performance-per-watt and reduce latency, develop relevant features and tools, and support game studios with pre-release profiling and joint optimization via SDK collaboration. Key Responsibilities * Analyze and resolve performance, power, and latency issues for mobile games on Snapdragon platforms. * Deliver systematic platform-side optimizations across Android/Linux (improve performance, reduce power, reduce latency, enhance stability). * Design and implement game-related system features/components, including unit tests and validation. * Debug complex issues spanning game/app, OS/framework, system services, drivers, and kernel; provide root-cause analysis and actionable fixes/workarounds. * Support game studios pre-release with profiling, early issue discovery, triage, and clear reporting/tracking to closure. * Co-develop and optimize with partners through SDK/tooling and best-practice guidance to achieve optimal energy efficiency on Snapdragon. * Conduct competitor analysis for gaming performance and power across CPU/GPU/SoC, and translate findings into optimization opportunities and recommendations. * Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to align requirements, priorities, schedules, and deliverables. Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications, Software Engineering, or a related field; 3+ years of hands-on Linux/Android development experience. * Experience in Android/Linux framework development (platform-side components, services, or system frameworks). * Proven experience in mobile gaming performance and power optimization (profiling → diagnosis → fix/mitigation → verification). * Solid understanding of Android IPC mechanisms (e.g., Binder / AIDL / socket). * Solid understanding of SoC performance and power metrics and related trade-offs. * Proficient with performance/debug tools such as Perfetto and Systrace. * Strong programming skills in C/C++, plus working knowledge of Java and Python. * Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate projects efficiently in a team environment. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; good communication; self-motivated with enthusiasm for continuous learning. Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have) * Good understanding of Android display pipeline / SurfaceFlinger framework. * Good understanding of Linux CPU scheduler fundamentals and DCVS tuning. * Experience using simpleperf, kprobe, and eBPF for performance/debugging. * Familiarity with Unity and/or Unreal engine performance workflows. * AI/LLM knowledge and practical experience (e.g., applying AI/LLM to tooling, analysis, automation, or productivity). Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience. 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