Server Power Management Sr. Staff Architect

Qualcomm; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 198,700 - 298,100; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a Server Power Management Architect to define end-to-end power management for a data center server SoC. The role requires deep expertise in CPU/SoC power architectures, power delivery systems, and thermal optimization, partnering with cross-functional teams across HW, SW and FW.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in high‑performance, low‑power design, advanced process nodes, and strong communication skills to operate in a dynamic, top‑level engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of related work experience.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of related work experience.
• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with chip architects to understand architecture concept and high level system requirements.
• Collaborate with HW, SW and FW architects to develop an optimal end-to-end power management architecture.
• Execute system level power modeling for server use cases and analyze trade-offs.
• Drive convergence of SoC and board power grid definition.
• Architect SoC and system level power rail sequencing.
• Collaborate with thermal engineers to optimize implementation.
• Must have good communication skills and be able to work in a dynamic environment with top level engineers and technologists.
• Create detailed architecture specification documents.

Skills

Power management

CPU/SoC architecture

Power delivery

CMOS design

Technical documentation

Communication skills

TDP capping

Hyperscale data centers

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EE/CE/CS

Master’s degree in EE/CE/CS

PhD in EE/CE/CS

Job description

General Summary

Hiring for multiple locations – Austin, Santa Clara, Portland.

Qualcomm Data Center team is developing high performance, energy‑efficient server solutions for data center applications. We are looking for highly talented, innovative, teamwork‑oriented individuals for our cutting‑edge technology work.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to transforming the industry by reimagining silicon and developing next‑generation computing platforms. By joining our team, you’ll collaborate with world‑class engineers to create innovative solutions that push the limits of performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. Our focus is on developing server‑class high performance solutions that are highly optimized for the needs of the server product.

Position: Server Power Management Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced Server Power Management Architect to join our team. If you possess a deep understanding of Server SoC designs and have a passion for architecting and designing complex, high‑performance and low‑power designs at advanced process nodes, we would be pleased to hear from you. This critical role involves defining the architecture of the end‑to‑end power management of a Server SoC by collaborating with other CPU and SoC architects to optimize overall Power, Performance and Thermal efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of CPU and SoC power management architecture for datacenter SoCs, including experience in microarchitecture and design of power management components for a modern SoC. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills are essential for excelling in this position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.
• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in power management of CPU and/or SoCs, and at least 5 years of experience with a high‑performance server chip.
• Strong expertise in power management of a high‑performance system including management of active power, idle low power and silicon/system limits.
• Experience in power delivery systems including multi‑phase bucks and LDOs.
• Strong fundamentals in digital ASIC design and power of CMOS circuits.
• Strong technical documentation skills, along with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Master’s in Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years in CPU and/or SoC architecture.
• Experience in TDP (thermal design power) capping and control.
• Experience in measurement and management of over‑current and voltage droop events.
• Experience in developing solutions for power and performance telemetry.
• Strong understanding of silicon test methodologies for power and thermal optimization.
• Experience in designing SoCs for systems using off‑the‑shelf PMICs.
• Proven track record in hyperscale data center solutions.
• Familiarity with high performance and low power design techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with chip architects to understand architecture concept and high level system requirements.
• Collaborate with HW, SW and FW architects to develop an optimal end‑to‑end power management architecture.
• Execute system level power modeling for server use cases and analyze trade‑offs.
• Drive convergence of SoC and board power grid definition.
• Architect SoC and system level power rail sequencing.
• Collaborate with thermal engineers to optimize implementation.
• Must have good communication skills and be able to work in a dynamic environment with top level engineers and technologists.
• Create detailed architecture specification documents.

Equity and Compensation

Pay range: $198,700.00 – $298,100.00.

In addition to base salary, the role includes a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants.

EEO Statement

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Contact

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