Sr. Director Engineering
About the position As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Application Processor/Modem Chipset Engineer, you will plan and execute state-of-the-art chipsets through all phases from concept to commercialization across all engineering teams. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure delivery of hardware, software, test, documentation, and tools to enable on-time launch of customer devices in the market. Responsibilities • Leverages expert knowledge of Application Processor/Modem chipsets to influence and oversee chipset development and ensures chips are performing the functions of a device (e.g., Application Processor, Modem, PMICs, Connectivity chips, Transceivers, and RF front end components) and associated Software/Firmware. • Oversees the resolution of all engineering issues on the chipset whether within a specific subsystem, or across subsystems, functions, and chipset components. • Outlines schedules, costs, requirements, and KPIs (e.g., power, performance, reliability) from concept to commercialization. • Influences development of new methodology for verification of KPIs (performance, power, and quality) of all components across the chipset; provides technical oversight to teams conducting hardware, software, or systems-level testing, verification, and validation to ensure project plans and specifications are met. • Sets guidelines for writing detailed technical documentation and feature descriptions; writes and reviews documentation. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 10+ years of Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering or related work experience. • OR Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 9+ years of Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering or related work experience. • OR PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering or related work experience. • 10+ years of experience in one or more areas of semiconductor product development. • 5+ years in a technical leadership role. Nice-to-haves • Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. • 15+ years of experience in one or more areas of semiconductor product development (e.g., system design, architecture, HW design and validation, SW development). • 5+ years of experience balancing tradeoffs between product KPIs and costs. • 5+ years of experience managing project costs. • 4+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization. • 3+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with executive leadership. Benefits • $276,300.00 - $414,500.00 salary range. • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program. • Opportunity for annual RSU grants. • Highly competitive benefits package designed to support success at work, at home, and at play. Apply tot his job