Modem HW Design Verification Engineer (AI Driven Next Gen Modem Hardware Development)

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual discretionary bonus

Potential for annual RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A global leader in wireless technology is seeking a Modem Hardware Design Verification Engineer in San Diego, CA. This position focuses on applying AI-driven verification methodologies to enhance modem hardware development. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in verification planning and debugging. Strong skills in SystemVerilog, UNIX/Linux scripting, and a good understanding of wireless technology are needed. The role provides a competitive salary range of $128,000 - $192,000, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field with 1-5 years of experience.
• Expertise in verification methodologies and design processes.
• Strong OOP skills and ability to work with communication systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute verification plans for modem hardware.
• Collaborate with design teams to achieve high-quality verification.
• Apply advanced verification techniques to validate complex designs.

Skills

Verification planning

Testbench architecture

Debugging

Problem solving

SystemVerilog with UVM/OVM

Verilog/VHDL

C/C++

SystemC

Generative AI

Unix/Linux scripting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in related field

PhD in related field

Tools

Python

Perl

Simulation tools

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Modem Technologies

General Summary:

Qualcomm is the world’s largest fabless semiconductor company and a global leader in wireless innovation—powering the majority of 3G, 4G, and 5G devices while pioneering the future 6G era. Our hardware engineering teams build industry‑leading modem and RF transceiver solutions enabling the next generation of wireless technology.

We are seeking a highly skilled Modem Hardware Design Verification Engineer to join our advanced verification organization, focused on AI‑driven verification methodologies and next‑generation modem hardware development. This role blends traditional DV expertise with cutting‑edge GenAI, ML‑assisted flows, and agentic‑AI automation frameworksto accelerate coverage closure, improve debug efficiency, and enhance overall verification throughput.

As a Wireless DV Engineer, you will define and execute verification plans, build reusable verification environments, and apply advanced verification techniques to validate complex wireless baseband and subsystem designs. You will collaborate closely with system, firmware, and RTL design teams to ensure first‑time‑right silicon for high‑performance modem products.

We are open to candidates in San Diego, CA; Santa Clara, CA; and Boxborough, MA.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• OR Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• OR PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS or MS degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Strong expertise in verification planning, testbench architecture, assertions, debugging, and problem solving
• Hands‑on constrained‑random verification using SystemVerilog with UVM/OVM, including functional/code/assertion coverage
• Solid understanding of Verilog/VHDL, C/C++, SystemC, and scripting (Python/Perl)
• Experience with Generative AI, ML, or agentic‑AI‑based verification automation, AI‑guided test generation, or ML‑based regression optimization
• Background in wireless/wireline modem technology, DSP, or communication systems
• Knowledge of 4G/5G 3GPP physical layer standards is a strong plus
• Experience with simulation acceleration, formal verification, and HW/SW co‑verification
• Strong OOP programming skills and/or RTL design exposure
• Proficiency with Unix/Linux shell scripting, Perl, Makefiles, XML, and verification automation frameworks
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and critical‑thinking skills

EEO and Accommodations

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 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. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may email [e-mail] or call Qualcomm’s toll‑free number. Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to participate in the hiring process.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$128,000.00 - $192,000.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Salary is one component of total compensation. Qualcomm offers a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and potential for annual RSU grants along with a comprehensive benefits package. Your recruiter can discuss the details of Qualcomm’s US benefits.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.