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Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Program Management
General Summary:
The Hardware Program Manager, working closely with product management and engineering, will be responsible for the delivery of the chipset and hardware platforms used by internal and external customers. In this role, the candidate will need to work closely with software engineering, marketing, finance, sourcing/procurement, business operations, and customer account management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
5+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
PMP Certification.
7+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
4+ years of experience working in or managing projects with new platform design & development and hardware/software bring-up of peripherals.
3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
2+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
* 2+ years of experience with program management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborates with key stakeholders and program sponsors to develop goals, set the prioritization of deliverables, and discuss necessary priorities and stakeholder needs.
Manages and takes responsibility for multiple small programs/technology with moderate complexity or a single complex program/technology by applying up-to-date program management knowledge to meet deadlines.
Develops and manages the execution of the program Plan of Record (e.g., on time, on budget, within scope) for multiple small programs or a single medium sized or complex programs/technologies which includes schedule and resource forecasting, stakeholder identification, method and frequency of communication, scope, and prioritization.
Tracks and manages all key metrics pertaining to a program and identifies when metrics deviate significantly from Plan of Record; escalates issues in a timely manner and proposes corrective actions.
Manages and prioritizes the work of the program team by establishing schedules, task assignments, and tracking tasks of team members.
Identifies program issues/risks and creates a risk mitigation plan for multiple small programs or a single medium sized or complex program. Maintains and updates the risk tracker.
Helps to promote program vision and objectives within own team, and ensures program objectives are met or exceeded.
Supports the adoption of processes by applying best practices and identifying and recommending process improvement opportunities within respective programs.
Level of Responsibility:
Working independently with little supervision.
Making decisions that are moderate in impact; errors may have financial impact or effect on projects, operations, or customer relationships; errors may require involvement beyond immediate work group to correct.
Using verbal and written communication skills to convey complex and/or detailed information to multiple individuals/audiences with differing knowledge levels. May require strong negotiation and influence, communication to large groups or high-level constituents.
Having a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to provide input on key decisions).
Completing tasks that do not have defined steps; simultaneous use of multiple mental abilities is generally required to determine the best approach; mistakes may result in significant rework.
Exercising substantial creativity to innovate new processes, procedures, or work products within guidelines or to achieve established objectives.
Using deductive and inductive problem solving; multiple approaches may be taken/necessary to solve the problem; often information is missing or conflicting; advanced data analysis and interpretation skills are required.
Occasionally participates in strategic planning within own area affecting immediate operations.
The responsibilities of this role do not include:
* Financial accountability (e.g., does not involve budgeting responsibility).
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:
$171,200.00 - $256,800.00
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 Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Program Management
General Summary:
The Hardware Program Manager, working closely with product management and engineering, will be responsible for the delivery of the chipset and hardware platforms used by internal and external customers. In this role, the candidate will need to work closely with software engineering, marketing, finance, sourcing/procurement, business operations, and customer account management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
5+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
PMP Certification.
7+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
4+ years of experience working in or managing projects with new platform design & development and hardware/software bring-up of peripherals.
3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
2+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization.
* 2+ years of experience with program management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborates with key stakeholders and program sponsors to develop goals, set the prioritization of deliverables, and discuss necessary priorities and stakeholder needs.
Manages and takes responsibility for multiple small programs/technology with moderate complexity or a single complex program/technology by applying up-to-date program management knowledge to meet deadlines.
Develops and manages the execution of the program Plan of Record (e.g., on time, on budget, within scope) for multiple small programs or a single medium sized or complex programs/technologies which includes schedule and resource forecasting, stakeholder identification, method and frequency of communication, scope, and prioritization.
Tracks and manages all key metrics pertaining to a program and identifies when metrics deviate significantly from Plan of Record; escalates issues in a timely manner and proposes corrective actions.
Manages and prioritizes the work of the program team by establishing schedules, task assignments, and tracking tasks of team members.
Identifies program issues/risks and creates a risk mitigation plan for multiple small programs or a single medium sized or complex program. Maintains and updates the risk tracker.
Helps to promote program vision and objectives within own team, and ensures program objectives are met or exceeded.
Supports the adoption of processes by applying best practices and identifying and recommending process improvement opportunities within respective programs.
Level of Responsibility:
Working independently with little supervision.
Making decisions that are moderate in impact; errors may have financial impact or effect on projects, operations, or customer relationships; errors may require involvement beyond immediate work group to correct.
Using verbal and written communication skills to convey complex and/or detailed information to multiple individuals/audiences with differing knowledge levels. May require strong negotiation and influence, communication to large groups or high-level constituents.
Having a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to provide input on key decisions).
Completing tasks that do not have defined steps; simultaneous use of multiple mental abilities is generally required to determine the best approach; mistakes may result in significant rework.
Exercising substantial creativity to innovate new processes, procedures, or work products within guidelines or to achieve established objectives.
Using deductive and inductive problem solving; multiple approaches may be taken/necessary to solve the problem; often information is missing or conflicting; advanced data analysis and interpretation skills are required.
Occasionally participates in strategic planning within own area affecting immediate operations.
The responsibilities of this role do not include:
* Financial accountability (e.g., does not involve budgeting responsibility).
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:
$171,200.00 - $256,800.00
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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Tailor your resume to Qualcomm's program frameworks
Qualcomm's Project Program Manager postings consistently emphasize cross-functional program execution, milestone tracking, and stakeholder alignment across hardware and software teams. Align your resume language to those specific competencies before applying, not generic project management buzzwords.
Target Qualcomm's media and chip platform programs directly
Qualcomm's media and entertainment programs, including Snapdragon multimedia platform work, generate recurring Project Program Manager openings. Filtering for these specific business units improves your chances of landing a role where international sponsorship is already an established hiring pattern.
Use Migrate Mate to surface active sponsorship-eligible openings
Finding open Project Program Manager roles at Qualcomm that explicitly support visa sponsorship requires filtering beyond standard job boards. Use Migrate Mate to browse current Qualcomm openings verified for sponsorship eligibility, saving time you'd otherwise spend chasing dead ends.
Prepare for the LCA and prevailing wage process early
Once Qualcomm extends an offer, your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your H-1B petition can move forward. Understanding that this step precedes USCIS filing helps you set realistic start-date expectations with your hiring manager.
Use your OPT period to build internal sponsor relationships
If you join Qualcomm on F-1 OPT, you have up to 12 months, or 36 months with a STEM extension, to demonstrate value before an H-1B lottery cycle. Project Program Manager roles involve high internal visibility, which strengthens the case your manager builds when advocating for your petition.
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Find Project Program Manager at Qualcomm JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Qualcomm sponsor H-1B visas for Project Program Managers?
Yes, Qualcomm sponsors H-1B visas for Project Program Manager roles. The company files petitions across multiple visa categories for this function, and H-1B is among the most commonly used. Because H-1B approval depends on both USCIS selection and role-specific specialty occupation requirements, confirming the job description clearly ties the position to a qualifying degree field before accepting an offer is important.
How do I apply for Project Program Manager jobs at Qualcomm?
Applications go through Qualcomm's careers portal directly. When applying, filter for Project Program Manager roles and indicate your visa sponsorship needs early in the process, ideally in the recruiter screening call. Qualcomm's recruiting team is experienced with international candidates for this function. You can also browse current sponsorship-verified openings through Migrate Mate to identify which specific listings are active.
Which visa types does Qualcomm commonly use for Project Program Manager roles?
Qualcomm sponsors Project Program Managers under several categories, including H-1B, H-1B1 for Chilean and Singaporean nationals, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying degrees, and F-1 OPT or CPT for candidates still in their academic authorization window. The EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card pathways are also supported for longer-term employment, typically after establishing a work history with the company.
What qualifications does Qualcomm expect for sponsored Project Program Manager positions?
Qualcomm's Project Program Manager roles in media and entertainment programs typically require a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. Practical experience managing cross-functional programs in hardware or semiconductor environments is a strong differentiator. PMP certification can help but is rarely listed as mandatory. The specialty occupation requirement for H-1B means a directly related degree is necessary, not just general business experience.
How do I plan my timeline around Qualcomm's visa sponsorship process?
If you're targeting an H-1B, the annual lottery registration opens in March for an October 1 start date, meaning offers made in late fall or winter should account for that gap. TN and H-1B1 visas move faster and aren't lottery-dependent. For OPT candidates, confirm your authorization end date against Qualcomm's expected onboarding window. USCIS premium processing is available for H-1B petitions and can reduce adjudication to around 15 business days.
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