Ashok Raj

Qualcomm | Ex Intel | Pyramid | Wipro | HCL | Cloud Software | Linux RAS | Platform Architecture | Virtualization | Standards PCIe, CXL, ACPI, UEFI | Performance | Security | Machine Check | HW/SW Co-design

Role
Principal Engineer, Linux at Qualcomm
Location
Portland, OR, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Ashok Raj

Linux RAS Architecture | Platform Architecture | Virtualization Technologies (VT-x/VT-d)| Standards such as PCIe, CXL, ACPI, UEFI | CPU and I/O Hot-plug | CPU OS Security | Machine Check Architecture (MCA)| HW/SW Co-design | Kernel-User API/ABI Design | Strategic Planning Strategic and results-driven engineering leader with a proven track record of turning breakthrough concepts into production-grade technologies across system software, Linux kernel architecture, virtualization, and platform reliability. Renowned for leading high-performing teams, fostering cross-functional alignment, and delivering scalable, future-ready solutions. Played a pivotal role in shaping Intel’s Machine Check Architecture, I/O Virtualization, and Seamless Update initiatives. Recognized as a prolific innovator with 45+ granted patents. Committed to mentorship, talent development, and building organizations that innovate with purpose.

Experience

  1. Principal Engineer, Linux

    Qualcomm

    Mar 2026 — Present · Hillsboro, OR, US

Education

  • Anna University Chennai

    Master of Engineering, Computer Science

    1988 — 1990

  • Anna University Chennai

    Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Electrical and Electronics Engineering

    1983 — 1987

Skills

  • Software Development
  • Solaris
  • Computer Architecture
  • Distributed Systems
  • C
  • Device Drivers
  • Unix
  • Embedded Systems
  • Processors
  • Linux Kernel
  • Linux
  • Kernel
  • X86
  • Operating Systems
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Virtualization
  • Debugging
  • System Architecture

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