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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Multimedia Systems
General Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Systems and Mixed Signal Design Engineer to join our Fingerprint Sensor team and drive the development of innovative biometric solutions for next-generation mobile devices.
The ideal candidate brings experience in mixed-signal design and system engineering, with the ability to architect and design world-class mixed-signal sensor circuitry while also performing detailed system analysis and optimization. Depending on qualifications, the role may place greater emphasis on mixed-signal design or on systems engineering.
In this role, you will apply advanced CMOS mixed-signal IC design methodologies to architect and develop cutting-edge fingerprint sensor technologies, and drive circuit-level design and verification for products that push the boundaries of performance, reliability, and integration.
In addition, you will analyze use cases and product requirements, and perform functional decomposition to derive system requirements for implementation in hardware and/or software. You will also conduct system analysis and simulation modeling to propose algorithmic and/or system changes that optimize performance and power.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR
* PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
7+ years of Mixed Signal Design and Systems Engineering or related work experience.
Experience with algorithm development, validation, and system-level performance characterization.
Familiarity with ASIC specifications, sensor physics, or module-level design.
Experience in systems engineering, preferably with sensors and integrated modules.
Proven ability to define architecture and integrate systems into commercial products.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to performance in edge cases.
Experience with CMOS sensor design with TFT/LTPS technologies is a plus.
Strong understanding of hardware/software interaction, including FW development and HW/SW co-optimization.
Hands-on experience using CADENCE, SPICE, MATLAB, Verilog/VHDL, Python and lab equivalent.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate or lead the definition, design and verification of advanced sensors.
Participate or drive a full-cycle development, including system modeling, sensor pixel design, driver circuit design, and optimization across key performance metrics.
Develop hardware specifications for ASICs, sensors, and module components. In addition, translates the system-level requirements into sensor architectures, circuit specifications, and optimized sensor designs.
Execute sensor circuit- and pixel-level simulations using Cadence ADE/Spectre, HSPICE, MATLAB, and other industry-standard tools to validate performance across corners and drive iterative improvements.
Perform system-level studies such as architecture exploration, fundamental physics analysis, and performance trade-off evaluations.
Develop algorithms to improve system-level performance.
Guide and review pixel-level and block-level layout to ensure performance, area efficiency, manufacturability, and reliability.
Debug circuit, pixel, and system-level issues; refine designs based on insights from simulation tools and sensor characterization.
Support sensor bring-up through lab measurements, functional validation, and correlation between sensor behavior and simulation models.
Collaborate with system, firmware, product, and test engineering teams to achieve optimal sensor and system-level performance.
Prepare clear technical documentation, design descriptions, and test materials for internal stakeholders and external partners.
Supports design reviews for platform development; leads evaluation of system performance based on constraints and capabilities of design; works with multiple groups outside domain to support design integrity.
* Independently identifies issues or patterns of issues related to systems-level software and hardware design and the implications for work within and across teams; makes overall recommendations for new technologies and to address ambiguous issues, design architectures, generate solutions, and develop models, code, and simulations.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:
Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
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 but not limited to 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.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$179,000.00 - $297,800.00
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. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Multimedia Systems
General Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Systems and Mixed Signal Design Engineer to join our Fingerprint Sensor team and drive the development of innovative biometric solutions for next-generation mobile devices.
The ideal candidate brings experience in mixed-signal design and system engineering, with the ability to architect and design world-class mixed-signal sensor circuitry while also performing detailed system analysis and optimization. Depending on qualifications, the role may place greater emphasis on mixed-signal design or on systems engineering.
In this role, you will apply advanced CMOS mixed-signal IC design methodologies to architect and develop cutting-edge fingerprint sensor technologies, and drive circuit-level design and verification for products that push the boundaries of performance, reliability, and integration.
In addition, you will analyze use cases and product requirements, and perform functional decomposition to derive system requirements for implementation in hardware and/or software. You will also conduct system analysis and simulation modeling to propose algorithmic and/or system changes that optimize performance and power.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR
* PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
7+ years of Mixed Signal Design and Systems Engineering or related work experience.
Experience with algorithm development, validation, and system-level performance characterization.
Familiarity with ASIC specifications, sensor physics, or module-level design.
Experience in systems engineering, preferably with sensors and integrated modules.
Proven ability to define architecture and integrate systems into commercial products.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to performance in edge cases.
Experience with CMOS sensor design with TFT/LTPS technologies is a plus.
Strong understanding of hardware/software interaction, including FW development and HW/SW co-optimization.
Hands-on experience using CADENCE, SPICE, MATLAB, Verilog/VHDL, Python and lab equivalent.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate or lead the definition, design and verification of advanced sensors.
Participate or drive a full-cycle development, including system modeling, sensor pixel design, driver circuit design, and optimization across key performance metrics.
Develop hardware specifications for ASICs, sensors, and module components. In addition, translates the system-level requirements into sensor architectures, circuit specifications, and optimized sensor designs.
Execute sensor circuit- and pixel-level simulations using Cadence ADE/Spectre, HSPICE, MATLAB, and other industry-standard tools to validate performance across corners and drive iterative improvements.
Perform system-level studies such as architecture exploration, fundamental physics analysis, and performance trade-off evaluations.
Develop algorithms to improve system-level performance.
Guide and review pixel-level and block-level layout to ensure performance, area efficiency, manufacturability, and reliability.
Debug circuit, pixel, and system-level issues; refine designs based on insights from simulation tools and sensor characterization.
Support sensor bring-up through lab measurements, functional validation, and correlation between sensor behavior and simulation models.
Collaborate with system, firmware, product, and test engineering teams to achieve optimal sensor and system-level performance.
Prepare clear technical documentation, design descriptions, and test materials for internal stakeholders and external partners.
Supports design reviews for platform development; leads evaluation of system performance based on constraints and capabilities of design; works with multiple groups outside domain to support design integrity.
* Independently identifies issues or patterns of issues related to systems-level software and hardware design and the implications for work within and across teams; makes overall recommendations for new technologies and to address ambiguous issues, design architectures, generate solutions, and develop models, code, and simulations.
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:
Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
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 but not limited to 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.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$179,000.00 - $297,800.00
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. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
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Align your portfolio to Qualcomm's design stack
Qualcomm hires Design Engineers with depth in areas like CMOS, RTL, analog layout, or RF front-end design. Before applying, tailor your portfolio and resume to reflect the specific domain you're targeting, mixed-signal or digital design roles require different proof points.
Target roles before your OPT clock runs out
F-1 OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension available for qualifying engineering degrees. Qualcomm regularly files H-1B petitions for OPT employees, so starting your job search at least six months before OPT expiry gives you realistic runway.
Understand how Qualcomm structures H-1B filings
Qualcomm files H-1B petitions under the cap and also uses cap-exempt pathways when available. If you're transitioning from OPT, confirm with your recruiter whether your start date aligns with the October 1 H-1B activation window so there's no gap in authorization.
Prepare for specialty occupation scrutiny early
USCIS evaluates whether a Design Engineer role qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B standards. Request a clear job description that specifies required degree fields during the offer stage so your petition clearly ties your electrical engineering or related credentials to the position.
Use Migrate Mate to find open Design Engineer roles
Filtering for sponsorship-confirmed Design Engineer roles at Qualcomm manually is time-consuming. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsoring employers by role and visa type, so you can focus your applications on positions where Qualcomm is actively hiring international candidates.
Plan for PERM if permanent residence is your goal
Qualcomm sponsors Green Cards through the PERM labor certification process for eligible Design Engineers. DOL requires Qualcomm to complete a supervised recruitment period before filing, so engage your HR contact early to understand internal timelines and how long that process typically takes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Qualcomm sponsor H-1B visas for Design Engineers?
Yes, Qualcomm sponsors H-1B visas for Design Engineers and has a well-established process for doing so. The company works with immigration counsel to file cap-subject H-1B petitions each spring for an October 1 start date. If you're already on OPT, Qualcomm can bridge your status while the petition is pending, provided your OPT remains valid.
How do I apply for Design Engineer jobs at Qualcomm?
Applications go through Qualcomm's careers portal, where Design Engineer roles are listed by engineering function and location. Roles in areas like analog design, digital RTL, or RF systems are posted separately, so filter by your specialty. You can also browse sponsorship-confirmed openings on Migrate Mate to identify roles where Qualcomm is actively hiring international candidates.
Which visa types does Qualcomm commonly use for Design Engineers?
Qualcomm sponsors H-1B and H-1B1 visas for Design Engineers, along with F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates. TN visas are available for Canadian and Mexican nationals who qualify under USMCA professional categories. For long-term employment, Qualcomm also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways through the PERM process.
What qualifications does Qualcomm expect for Design Engineer roles?
Most Design Engineer positions at Qualcomm require a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related discipline. Roles in analog or mixed-signal design often favor candidates with advanced degrees and hands-on experience in CMOS process nodes. For H-1B purposes, your degree field must directly relate to the specific role you're applying for.
How do I time my application around the H-1B filing cycle?
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March, with cap-subject petitions taking effect October 1. If you receive an offer from Qualcomm in early spring, your petition can be filed in that same cycle. Starting your job search in the fall before gives Qualcomm enough time to complete interviews, extend an offer, and prepare the filing well before the March registration window opens.