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Qualcomm

SoC Modeling Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$115K - $173K/yr

... Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering General Summary: This role is to support expanding SoC ... Modeling of thermal systems * Modeling of Power Delivery circuits (PMIC and PDN) * Digital design ...

Apple

SoC Power Spec Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

Preferred Qualifications We would prefer our SoC Power Spec Engineer to have the following ... Ability to understand and model thermal control loops and throttling mechanisms. Strong teammate ...

Apple

SoC Power Spec Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Preferred Qualifications We would prefer our SoC Power Spec Engineer to have the following ... Ability to understand and model thermal control loops and throttling mechanisms. Strong teammate ...

NVIDIA Corporation

$77K - $105K/yr

NVIDIA's Silicon Co-Design Group (SCG) is the team that gets every GPU, SoC, and CPU silicon ... We are hiring a Senior Silicon Power and Thermal Controllers Engineer to design, implement, and ...

Qualcomm

Staff Thermal Limits Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

... the SoC for both Software and Hardware architectures • Direct triage of complex performance ... engineering, etc.) to implement optimal power, performance, and thermal solutions. • Provide ...

Qualcomm

Staff Thermal Limits Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$148K - $222K/yr

Identify areas of performance optimization in the SoC for both Software and Hardware architectures ... engineering, etc.) to implement optimal power, performance, and thermal solutions. * Provide ...

OMNIVISION

SoC Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$156K - $160K/yr

SoC Design Engineer Job Duties: Be responsible for digital design of ASIC cores within image sensor ... thermal. * FPGA platforms to compute acceleration. * FPGAs technology, architecture and ...

Supermicro

Sr. Product Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

Act as the primary PM counterpart to the Electrical Engineering (EE) and Layout teams, translating high-level product requirements into actionable technical specifications * Align with SoC, Thermal ...

Super Micro Computer

Sr. Product Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

Act as the primary PM counterpart to the Electrical Engineering (EE) and Layout teams, translating high-level product requirements into actionable technical specifications * Align with SoC, Thermal ...

OMNIVISION

SoC Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$156K - $160K/yr

SoC Design Engineer Job Duties: Be responsible for digital design of ASIC cores within image sensor ... thermal. * FPGA platforms to compute acceleration. * FPGAs technology, architecture and ...

OMNIVISION

SoC Design Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

SoC Design Engineer Job Duties: Be responsible for digital design of ASIC cores within image sensor ... thermal. * FPGA platforms to compute acceleration. * FPGAs technology, architecture and ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for soc thermal engineer in the United States is $104,528.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $129,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an SoC thermal engineer?

SoC Thermal Engineers are professionals who specialize in managing and optimizing the thermal performance of System-on-Chip (SoC) devices. Their main role is to ensure that the chip operates within safe temperature ranges by designing efficient cooling and heat dissipation solutions. They work closely with hardware and design teams to model, analyze, and test thermal behavior, helping to prevent overheating and maintain device reliability and performance. SoC Thermal Engineers are crucial in industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, and data centers, where device efficiency and longevity are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an SoC thermal engineer?

To thrive as an SoC Thermal Engineer, you need a strong background in thermal engineering, heat transfer, and semiconductor physics, typically supported by a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering. Experience with simulation tools such as ANSYS, FLOTHERM, or COMSOL, as well as familiarity with measurement equipment and industry standards, is essential. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and convey complex findings clearly. These skills ensure reliable thermal management of SoCs, which is critical for device performance, longevity, and safety.

What are some common challenges faced by SoC thermal engineers and how can they be addressed in day-to-day work?

SoC Thermal Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing heat dissipation in increasingly compact and high-performance chips, ensuring accurate thermal modeling, and balancing performance with power efficiency. Addressing these requires close collaboration with hardware designers to implement effective cooling solutions and regular use of simulation tools to predict thermal behavior under various workloads. Staying updated with the latest materials and cooling technologies, as well as maintaining clear communication with cross-functional teams, is key to proactively tackling these issues.

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Senior Power Architect, SoC Power and Thermal Management SW

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Nvidia Corporation
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

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9.6

Company rating: 9.6 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by leading technology-and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.
We are seeking a highly experienced Software Engineer to join our Client Platform group passionate about software dedicated to power management, thermal regulation, and performance optimization. This senior technical leadership role requires experience leading and achieving objectives related to energy optimization and cooling solutions software on sophisticated SoC-based platforms. The candidate will work from architecture through productization. The role involves influencing engineering, SoC partners, Ecosystem partners, OEM partners, and internal leadership to align efforts.
The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of deep technical depth and broad interpersonal influence.
What You Will Be Doing:
Technical Architecture & Problem Solving
  • Architect and implement SoC power and thermal control software modules
  • Establish the architecture of software addressing power and thermal management for next-generation platforms, informed by lessons learned from current-generation productization.
  • Lead root cause analysis and resolution of complex, multi-team Power/Thermal issues.
  • Define SW corrective action plans based on SOC/Platform findings and ensure they are gathered and accomplished in future product generations.

Program Execution & Power/Thermal Goal Ownership
  • Own end-to-end software work you're doing addressing power usage and thermal control for a Client SoC product line
  • Drive platform power and thermal goals across the full software stack, coordinating across SoC partner firmware, kernel/driver teams, and OEM-facing SW.
  • Maintain program-level tracking of Power/Thermal software status, risks, and mitigations; communicate clearly and proactively to engineering leadership.

Multi-functional Leadership & Partner Management
  • Serve as the primary SW technical interface to SoC partners on Power/Thermal topics - driving joint architecture decisions and maintaining alignment.
  • Collaborate with ecosystem partners on next gen Power/Thermal SW features
  • Partner with OEM engineering teams to resolve platform-level power and thermal.
  • Represent the Power/Thermal SW team in leadership reviews, program syncs, and executive communications.

What We Need to See:
  • 12+ years of industry experience in system software, with at least 5+ years focused on SoC or platform power management software.
  • Deep expertise in SoC/GPU/CPU power management: C-states, SOC low power states, DVFS, power gating, clock gating, SOC/Platform power limits.
  • Consistent track record of owning and delivering Power/Thermal software goals on a real product - from pre-silicon architecture through post-launch optimization.
  • Strong multi-functional leadership skills: proven ability to align engineering teams, SoC/silicon partners, OS/platform vendors, and OEM partners around common goals.
  • Proficiency in C; solid background in operating system internals, device drivers, real-time embedded OS, and low-level HW/SW interfaces.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills - able to distill complex technical tradeoffs for engineering leadership and business partners.
  • B.S. or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Ways to Stand Out from the Crowd:
  • Extensive experience of SOC Power and Thermal management SW experience
  • Experience with Linux & Windows platform power management
  • Prior cross-company partnership on power architecture -defining firmware/SW power interfaces.
  • Familiarity with platform telemetry pipelines for Power/Thermal monitoring and selfhost/battery life data analysis.
  • Strong understanding of ROP (Rest-of-Platform) power optimization

Widely considered to be one of the technology world's most desirable employers, NVIDIA offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. As you plan your future, see what we can offer to you and your loved ones www.nvidiabenefits.com
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 224,000 USD - 356,500 USD for Level 5, and 272,000 USD - 431,250 USD for Level 6.
You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until September 14, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It's a unique legacy of innovation that's fueled by great technology--and amazing people. Today, we're tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what's never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world's best talent.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

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