Senior Director, Mobile Handset Tech & Platform Strategy

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 238,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego seeks a Director or Senior Director to lead Handset Technology Product Management and shape next-generation mobile experiences across Snapdragon platforms.

You will translate customer needs into platform requirements and drive alignment across CPU, GPU, AI/NPU, camera, and software teams. This role demands deep technical leadership, strategic vision, and a proven ability to influence large engineering organizations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large cross-functional initiatives spanning multiple engineering teams.
• Ability to translate customer and market needs into technical requirements.
• Track record influencing senior leadership without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Define future mobile experiences and technology direction.
• Drive cross-IP requirements and architecture alignment.
• Develop cross-functional requirements across CPU, GPU, AI/ML, Camera, Multimedia, Memory, Connectivity, Security, and Software.
• Lead complex cross-technology initiatives and ensure alignment across teams.
• Engage with OEMs and ecosystem partners to gather market needs and feedback.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

System architecture

Product management

Analytical thinking

Executive communication

Education

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

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. in San Diego seeks a Director or Senior Director to lead Handset Technology Product Management and shape next-generation mobile experiences across Snapdragon platforms.

You will translate customer needs into platform requirements and drive alignment across CPU, GPU, AI/NPU, camera, and software teams. This role demands deep technical leadership, strategic vision, and a proven ability to influence large engineering organizations.