Karan Prajapati serves as a Senior Staff Engineer and Manager at Qualcomm, where he leads the Design Verification (DV) team for the CPU rename, retire, execution, trace, and debug blocks within the Custom CPU/Nuvia team. With a robust background in computer architecture and embedded systems...
Karan Prajapati serves as a Senior Staff Engineer and Manager at Qualcomm, where he leads the Design Verification (DV) team for the CPU rename, retire, execution, trace, and debug blocks within the Custom CPU/Nuvia team. With a robust background in computer architecture and embedded systems design, Karan has established himself as a pivotal figure in the development and verification of cutting-edge CPU technologies. His expertise spans both pre-silicon and post-silicon bring-up processes, where he has played a crucial role in multiple high-stakes projects, ensuring that innovative features are implemented successfully and within aggressive timelines.
Karan's leadership in design verification has been instrumental in driving the methodologies and performance improvements that are essential for maintaining Qualcomm's competitive edge in the semiconductor industry. His proficiency in Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) and Open Verification Methodology, coupled with his programming skills in Perl, allows him to navigate complex verification challenges effectively. Karan's deep understanding of memory systems and logic design further enhances his capability to contribute to the development of high-performance CPUs.
In addition to his technical skills, Karan's event management and team collaboration abilities have fostered a culture of innovation and excellence within his team. His commitment to advancing the field of computer architecture is evident in his active participation in various initiatives aimed at enhancing design verification processes. As Karan continues to lead and mentor his team, he remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology, ensuring that Qualcomm remains at the forefront of the industry.
