SoC Power & Performance Validation Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 115,600 - 173,400; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm is looking for a Power Validation Engineer in San Diego to ensure SoC quality through validation techniques. Key responsibilities include executing power testing, collaborating with designers, and employing scripting for automation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, has programming experience in C and Python, and possesses good analytical skills. This position offers a salary range of $115,600 to $173,400.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Knowledge of Python or scripting languages for automation.
• Experience in silicon parametric testing/characterization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform Pre-Si and Post-Si power correlation, debug, and analysis.
• Execute PVT testing; analyze data and extract key metrics.
• Collaborate with architects and designers to define validation plans.
• Document observations; propose solutions to optimize power consumption.
• Debug low-level software and hardware issues.

Skills

Digital design fundamentals

Post-silicon validation techniques

Programming in C

Python or similar scripting languages

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

JTAG debug tools

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Qualcomm is looking for a Power Validation Engineer in San Diego to ensure SoC quality through validation techniques. Key responsibilities include executing power testing, collaborating with designers, and employing scripting for automation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, has programming experience in C and Python, and possesses good analytical skills. This position offers a salary range of $115,600 to $173,400.