CPU Sever FV/CLP/STA engineer

QUALCOMM, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. seeks a hardware engineer to plan, design, optimize, verify, and test complex electronic systems across digital, analog, RF and optical domains. You will bring‑up yield, manage packaging, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet performance targets.

The role requires hands-on experience with physical synthesis tools (DC, Genus, Fusion Compiler), timing analysis, and formal verification, plus strong debugging skills for multi‑clock designs and power domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, 2+ years hardware/software experience.
• Master’s degree or PhD are acceptable alternatives with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, optimize, verify, and test electronic systems including Digital/Analog/RF/Optical paths.

Skills

TCL scripting

DC (Design Compiler)

Genus

Fusion Compiler

Timing analysis

Formal verification

Debugging complex data paths

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

DC

Genus

Fusion Compiler

Job description

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU EngineeringGeneral Summary:As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Hardware Engineer, you will plan, design, optimize, verify, and test electronic systems, bring-up yield, circuits, mechanical systems, Digital/Analog/RF/optical systems, equipment and packaging, test systems, FPGA, and/or DSP systems that launch cutting-edge, world class products. Qualcomm Hardware Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and meet performance requirements.Minimum Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.ORMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.ORPhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.Job DescriptionExperience in handling complex data path oriented Multi-million gate synthesis. Working Knowledge on Physical synthesis using tools like DC, Genus, Fusion CompilerExperience in developing constraints for multi-clock domains hierarchical/flat timing analysisGood working knowledge in multi-power domain synthesis and structural power checks using CLP.Hands-on experience in Formal verification along with strong debugging skills for resolving issues/aborts.Good working knowledge in Pre-layout STA and analyzing timing reports and generating timing ECOsGood knowledge on analyzing trade-offs and recipes for timing/area/power/congestion.Exposure in TCL scripting for usage in Synthesis/STAKnowledge on Hierarchical STA with Hyperscale is a plusGood team player. Need to interact with the stakeholders proactivelyAbility to debug and solve issues independentlyQualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies : Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :$147,900.00 - $221,900.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link .If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers .