Full-Time

Sr Lead Engineer

Dft, Hardware Engineering

Updated on 4/23/2025

Qualcomm

Qualcomm

10,001+ employees

Develops and licenses semiconductor technologies

No salary listed

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Category
Hardware Engineering
Electronic Hardware Engineering
Required Skills
FPGA
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
Responsibilities
  • Applies Hardware knowledge to assist in the planning, optimization, verification, and testing of electronic systems, bring-up yield, circuits, mechanical systems, Digital/Analog/RF/optical systems, equipment and packaging, test systems, FPGA, and/or DSP systems.
  • Provides support for the integration of features and functionality into hardware designs in line with proposals or roadmaps.
  • Assists in conducting simulations and analyses of designs as well as with the implementation of designs with the best power, performance, and area.
  • Collaborates with team members to assist in the implementation of new requirements and incorporation of the latest test solutions in the production program to improve the yield, test time, and quality.
  • Assists in the evaluation, characterization, and development of manufacturing solutions for leading edge products in processes and bring up product to meet customer expectations and schedules.
  • Assists in the evaluation of reliability for materials, properties, and techniques and brings innovation, automation, and optimization to maximize productivity.
  • Assists in the assessment of common design features to identify potential flaws, compatibility issues, and/or compliance issues.
  • Writes technical documentation for Hardware projects.
Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
  • 1+ year of experience with circuit design (e.g., digital, analog, RF).
  • 1+ year of experience utilizing schematic capture and circuit simulation software.
  • 1+ year of experience with hardware design and measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, RF tools, etc.

Qualcomm develops and commercializes advanced wireless technologies and semiconductor products. The company designs and manufactures integrated circuits that are essential for mobile devices, automotive applications, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Qualcomm's products work by enabling enhanced connectivity and efficient power management, which improves the performance of smart devices and networks. Unlike many competitors, Qualcomm also generates revenue through licensing its extensive patent portfolio, allowing other companies to use its technologies. The goal of Qualcomm is to drive the evolution of connectivity and performance in various electronic applications.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Diego, California

Founded

1985

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for AI in automotive creates opportunities for Qualcomm's solutions.
  • Private 5G networks for enterprises align with Qualcomm's wireless technology expertise.
  • Smart city initiatives globally require Qualcomm's IoT and connectivity solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from MediaTek in mid-range smartphone chipset market.
  • Potential delays in Snapdragon X2 processor rollout due to supply chain issues.
  • Legal challenges from patent licensing practices could impact Qualcomm's operations.

What makes Qualcomm unique

  • Qualcomm leads in AI-driven automotive solutions with advanced connectivity and AI technologies.
  • Snapdragon 8 Elite Platform won 2025 Edge AI Product of the Year for processors.
  • Qualcomm's ARM-based processors are gaining traction in data centers for energy efficiency.

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Benefits

Premium-free health coverage

Onsite health & fitness centers

Retirement programs

Disability & life insurance programs

Tuition reimbursement

Product discounts

Flexible time off

Parental leave

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