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Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Analog Mixed Signal DesignGeneral Summary:
QCT Mixed-Signal IP (MSIP) design team is looking for talented analog integrated circuit designers at various levels to help with designing high-performance and low-power mixed-signal IPs (SerDes, DDR, PLL, DAC, ADC, sensors, etc.) in advanced silicon process technologies. These are widely used in Qualcomm’s SOCs and RF transceiver products targeted for 5G, AI/ML, compute, and automotive applications. MSIP design team consists of architects, analog/mixed signal and digital designers, protocol and signal processing experts, and algorithm designers, and we are looking for new talents in the area of analog circuit design for our SOCs.
Responsibilities:
1. Work in our MSIP analog design team to develop various mixed-signal IP above including architecture definition, and analog/digital design partitioning and schematic design.
2. Schematic capture and circuit simulations in the Cadence Virtuoso tool suite.
3. Work with cross functional teams (i.e. layout and digital teams) on design implementation, verification and IP delivery to SOC customers
4. Work with product test teams for post-silicon verification, bringup, debug, and production support
Required Qualifications for this Role:
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Demonstrated interest in analog circuit design by course selections and/or work experience.
Experience working with ASIC design tools such as Cadence Virtuoso.
Preferred Qualifications
Several years of industry experience in the area of analog integrated circuit/system design.
Experience as an analog designer of mixed-signal IPs, such as SerDes, DDR, PLL, DAC, ADC, sensors
Familiar with Matlab and Python and good understanding of architecture, system and integration aspects for mixed-signal
Good understanding of design for yield and production challenges
Good understanding of Signals and Systems, Sampled Domain signal processing a plus
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of experience with analog or mixed-signal integrated circuit design in nanometer planar CMOS or FinFET and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, or related work experience.
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field and 2+ of years ASIC design, verification, or related work experience.
- 2+ years of experience using one or more design tools (e.g., CADENCE, SPICE, MATLAB, and/or Verilog/VHDL).
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 :
$142,400.00 - $213,600.00The 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 > Analog Mixed Signal DesignGeneral Summary:
QCT Mixed-Signal IP (MSIP) design team is looking for talented analog integrated circuit designers at various levels to help with designing high-performance and low-power mixed-signal IPs (SerDes, DDR, PLL, DAC, ADC, sensors, etc.) in advanced silicon process technologies. These are widely used in Qualcomm’s SOCs and RF transceiver products targeted for 5G, AI/ML, compute, and automotive applications. MSIP design team consists of architects, analog/mixed signal and digital designers, protocol and signal processing experts, and algorithm designers, and we are looking for new talents in the area of analog circuit design for our SOCs.
Responsibilities:
1. Work in our MSIP analog design team to develop various mixed-signal IP above including architecture definition, and analog/digital design partitioning and schematic design.
2. Schematic capture and circuit simulations in the Cadence Virtuoso tool suite.
3. Work with cross functional teams (i.e. layout and digital teams) on design implementation, verification and IP delivery to SOC customers
4. Work with product test teams for post-silicon verification, bringup, debug, and production support
Required Qualifications for this Role:
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Demonstrated interest in analog circuit design by course selections and/or work experience.
Experience working with ASIC design tools such as Cadence Virtuoso.
Preferred Qualifications
Several years of industry experience in the area of analog integrated circuit/system design.
Experience as an analog designer of mixed-signal IPs, such as SerDes, DDR, PLL, DAC, ADC, sensors
Familiar with Matlab and Python and good understanding of architecture, system and integration aspects for mixed-signal
Good understanding of design for yield and production challenges
Good understanding of Signals and Systems, Sampled Domain signal processing a plus
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of experience with analog or mixed-signal integrated circuit design in nanometer planar CMOS or FinFET and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, or related work experience.
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field and 2+ of years ASIC design, verification, or related work experience.
- 2+ years of experience using one or more design tools (e.g., CADENCE, SPICE, MATLAB, and/or Verilog/VHDL).
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 :
$142,400.00 - $213,600.00The 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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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in CAD software such as SOLIDWORKS, Creo, or CATIA
- Experience applying GD&T to production drawings and tolerancing
- Familiarity with DFM and DFA principles across manufacturing processes
- Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and BOMs
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including manufacturing and QA
Tips for Your Design Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each discipline
Design engineering covers mechanical, electrical, and systems work, so a generic resume hurts you. Rewrite your summary and skills section to mirror the specific discipline in each posting, whether that's GD&T, PCB layout, or CAD-driven product development.
Show design intent in your portfolio
Hiring managers want to see how you think, not just what you built. Include annotated sketches, tolerance analyses, or revision histories alongside finished models to demonstrate your decision-making process from concept to production-ready design.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your CAD platform
Employers screen hard on tooling. If a posting calls for SOLIDWORKS and you have Creo, flag that gap upfront in your cover letter with a credible learning timeline rather than hoping it goes unnoticed in a technical screen.
Prepare for a design challenge or whiteboard test
Most design engineering interviews include a hands-on problem, such as sketching a bracket under load constraints or walking through a failure mode analysis. Practice articulating your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at the right answer.
Negotiate using scope, not just title
Design engineer offers vary widely by program complexity and ownership level. Ask what percentage of the role is original design versus sustaining engineering before accepting, then use that scope to anchor your negotiation around responsibility rather than seniority band alone.
Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most design engineers?
The companies hiring the most design engineers right now include Apple, Ryder System, and AMD, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Aerospace, automotive, and consumer electronics firms consistently account for the bulk of active postings.
How many design engineer jobs are remote?
About 49% of design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because hands-on prototyping and lab access are often required. Software-adjacent roles such as CAD automation, simulation engineering, and technical documentation tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions.
How do you become a design engineer?
Most design engineers start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, then build proficiency in at least one industry-standard CAD platform. Internships or co-op programs that involve hands-on product development are critical for landing a first role. From there, pursuing certifications in GD&T, DFMEA, or a specific CAD tool accelerates hiring at more senior levels.
Can you get a design engineer job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level design engineer roles are a real and active hiring category. Employers prioritize candidates who can demonstrate applied CAD work, such as capstone projects, personal builds, or maker portfolio pieces, over pure academic credentials. Targeting smaller manufacturers or contract engineering firms gives you faster hands-on exposure than large OEMs, which often have longer ramp times for new engineers.
What does the design engineer interview process look like?
Most design engineer interviews move through a recruiter screen, a technical phone interview focused on fundamentals like tolerancing and materials, and a panel or on-site round that includes a design exercise or whiteboard challenge. Employers at the on-site stage typically ask you to walk through a past project in detail, so prepare to discuss your design decisions, constraints you faced, and how you iterated toward a final solution.
Where can I find and apply to design engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your discipline, experience level, and location preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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