Associate Attorney, Data

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 113,800 - 170,800; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a junior attorney to join the Data Legal team in San Diego. You will support global data protection, privacy, and related regulatory compliance, collaborating with engineering and business partners across products and services.

This role offers exposure to scalable privacy programs, data subject requests, vendor and customer contract reviews, and cross-functional regulatory initiatives in a fast-paced tech environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum JD or international equivalent.
• Active bar license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction or ability to obtain upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Support Global Data & Privacy Compliance Programs.
• Execute Data and Privacy Legal Reviews.
• Policies, Documentation & Certifications.
• Contract & Inquiry Support.
• M&A and Integration Support.

Skills

Data privacy compliance

Legal reviews management

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory frameworks knowledge

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

OneTrust

Job description

Overview

Qualcomm is looking for a junior attorney to join the Data Legal team. This role provides exposure to global data protection and security, privacy, and related regulatory compliance in a fast-paced, technology-driven international environment. You will collaborate with experienced legal attorneys across data legal and other specialties, as well as with cross-functional business partners such as engineering and business teams. You will contribute to the design and execution of scalable data legal compliance programs, legal reviews, and other compliance initiatives across Qualcomm's products, services, and global operations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Support Global Data & Privacy Compliance Programs
  • Assist in designing, operating, and evolving scalable data legal compliance programs in response to ongoing legal and regulatory developments worldwide.
  • Help embed privacy and data protection considerations into relevant workflows (e.g., product development, engineering, R&D, procurement).
  • Support continuous improvement of privacy practices through documentation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Execute Data and Privacy Legal Reviews
  • Manage and coordinate data legal and privacy-related review processes covering Qualcomm’s internal tools and systems, product and service launches, and periodic compliance checks for higher-risk business units.
  • Manage the compliance mechanism of Data Subject Requests (DSRs) to ensure prompt and accurate response in accordance with legal requirements.
• Policies, Documentation & Certifications
  • Help draft, update, and maintain internal and external privacy policies, notices, and guidelines.
  • Manage privacy-related certifications and registrations, including data transfer frameworks and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
• Contract & Inquiry Support
  • Support privacy and data protection aspects of vendor and customer contracts.
  • Assist in responding to customer audits and regulatory inquiries.
• M&A and Integration Support
  • Support legal due diligence efforts for mergers and acquisitions.
  • Assist acquired entities by aligning and/or integrating their data practices with Qualcomm group standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree or international equivalent.
• Active bar license to practice law in the state or jurisdiction where the employee will be practicing (or ability to obtain upon hiring).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a legal-related field.
• 2+ years of experience at a law firm or in-house advising on global data and privacy protection laws, conducting contract reviews, data and privacy impact assessments, and executing compliance programs using tools such as OneTrust.
• Experience with data and privacy legal issues in telecommunications, IoT, or SaaS industries.
• Familiarity with major global data protection legal frameworks (e.g., US, EU, China).
• Experience working cross-functionally with business and engineering teams and translating legal requirements into practical guidance.
• Comfort advising in data legal areas where regulatory requirements are rapidly evolving and may involve ambiguity or uncertainty.
• Strong ability to manage multiple workflows and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and execution skills with strong attention to detail while maintaining a practical perspective.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working cross-functionally with partners who may not have a legal background.
• Strong business acumen and an enablement-oriented mindset.
• Strong interest in data and privacy legal work, with a continuous learning mindset to keep pace with technology and regulation development.

Note: This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.

Position requires to be onsite in San Diego, 5 days a week.

Additional Information

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits: $113,800.00 - $170,800.00. Salary is one component of total compensation, which also includes a discretionary bonus program and potential RSU grants. Details about benefits are available from the recruiter.