Data Scientist – CPSE Eng Ops (Opex Analytics & Automation)

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. seeks a Data Scientist to support CPSE Eng Ops with advanced analytics, AI-enabled automation, and rigorous Opex planning, forecasting, and reporting.

You will work with enterprise data, build scalable models, and deliver insights to leadership with explainable outputs. The role requires strong Python delivery, governance, and collaboration with IT and enterprise teams to align analytics with data security and AI governance standards, while enabling self-service

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years in Engineering Operations or related work.
• OR Associate's degree with 6+ years in Engineering Operations or related work.
• OR High School Diploma with 8+ years in Engineering Operations or related work.
• Advanced degrees may substitute for up to two years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Build Python-based datasets, models, and automation workflows.
• Design scalable analytics and automation to reduce manual reporting.
• Develop AI/ML/GenAI solutions for forecasting, anomaly detection, and reporting.
• Integrate analytics with Oracle ERP, SAP, TM1 systems.
• Deliver management-ready insights to CPSE Eng Ops leadership.

Skills

Python

Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree preferred in quantitative/finance/operations

Associate degree substituted for 6+ years' experience

Tools

Data bricks

Power BI

Tableau

Power Automate

n8n

Oracle ERP

SAP

TM1

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Engineering Operations

General Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist to support CPSE Eng Ops through advanced analytics, data science, and intelligent automation, with a strong focus on Operating Expense (Opex) planning, HC Management, forecasting, and reporting. This role combines deep analytical judgment, hands‑on Python delivery, and AI-enabled automation to transform CPSE Eng Ops workflows and decision support. The individual will work with complex enterprise operating expense and planning data, develop scalable analytics and AI solutions, and deliver management‑ready insights to CPSE Eng Ops leadership. The role operates with limited supervision and plays a key role in continuously improving CPSE Eng Ops analytics, automation, and self‑service capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of Engineering Operations or related work experience.


• OR


• Associate's degree and 6+ years of Engineering Operations or related work experience.


• OR


• High School Diploma or equivalent and 8+ years of Engineering Operations or related work experience.


• Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master’s = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience.

Data Science, AI & Automation

• Build and maintain Python-based datasets, analytical models, and automation workflows using enterprise operating expense and planning data.


• Design and deploy scalable analytics and automation solutions to reduce manual reporting and recurring analysis effort.


• Apply statistical, forecasting, and AI-enabled techniques where appropriate, ensuring explainable, auditable, and governance-compliant outputs.


• Develop AI/ML and GenAI solutions (including LLMs, AI agents, and context-aware orchestration such as Model Context Protocol where applicable) for CPSE Eng Ops use cases such as forecasting, anomaly detection, reconciliations, and operational reporting support.


• Integrate analytical and AI solutions with enterprise systems such as Oracle ERP, SAP, TM1 systems.


• Validate data quality, logic, and outputs to meet CPSE Eng Ops governance, controls, and audit requirements.

Collaboration, Adoption & Enablement

• Enable adoption of analytics and automation through standardized dashboards, templates, and self‑service tools.


• Create high‑quality documentation covering logic, assumptions, reconciliations, and usage guidance.


• Drive change management by developing training materials and partnering with stakeholders to scale usage.


• Collaborate with IT and enterprise teams to align solutions with data, security, and AI governance standards.

Opex Analytics, HC & CPSE Eng Ops Insights

• Analyze Opex actuals, budget, and forecast data to identify key drivers, risks, and variance trends.


• Develop repeatable analytics for run‑rate analysis, spend trends, target utilization, and forecast accuracy.


• Translate CPSE Eng Ops business questions into structured analytical approaches, metrics, and assumptions.


• Deliver clear, management‑ready insights and visualizations to CPSE Eng Ops leadership.

Strategic Contribution

• Define KPIs and success metrics to measure the impact of analytics and AI initiatives in CPSE Eng Ops.


• Stay current with advancements in generative AI, agent‑based systems, and enterprise AI governance.


• Present insights, proposals, and recommendations to senior CPSE Eng Ops leaders and executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field.


• 4+ years of relevant experience in data science, analytics, or finance analytics roles.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with structured enterprise datasets.


• Proficiency in Python for data analysis, modeling, and automation.


• Ability to communicate analytical insights effectively to non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative or finance, operations related discipline.


• Experience supporting Opex, HC Management or cost management functions.


• Exposure to AI/ML or LLM‑based solutions in enterprise environments.


• Experience with automation tools such as Power Automate or n8n.


• Experience with Data bricks, Power BI or Tableau.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Qualcomm 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 disability‑[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).

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.

Company Policies and Confidentiality

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

$108,000.00 - $162,000.00

• Competitive annual discretionary bonus program


• Opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales‑incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus)


• Our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.