Location
Santa Clara, CA, Austin, TX
Type
Full-time
Posted
6/11/2026
Compensation
$167,100 - $250,700 per year
Job description
As a CPU Integration CAD engineer at Qualcomm, you will work with talented engineers to develop and support implementation tools and flows for custom CPUs. Your focus will be on ensuring industry-leading power, performance, and area for high-performance chips. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and EDA vendors to enhance methodologies and resolve tool issues. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 3+ years, or a PhD with 2+ years.
- Ten+ years of hands-on experience in the development of high-performance chips in a design or CAD role.
- High level of programming proficiency in Python and Tcl.
- Strong experience with PNR tool Innovus or PDV Calibre tool or equivalent.
- Experience with advanced technology nodes (5nm or lower).
Responsibilities
- Work closely with worldwide cross-functional teams such as CPU physical design, CPU and SOC Integration, Technology and Central CAD.
- Develop, integrate, and release flows and methodologies for floorplanning and PDV analysis.
- Architect, maintain, and support implementation flows while resolving project-specific issues.
- Collaborate with EDA vendors to define the roadmap and resolve tool issues.
Benefits
- Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Qualcomm Technologies Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
198
FY2026
Approval rate
98.1%
FY2026
LCA certified
59,278
FY2026
Entry-level share
0.0%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
-22%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
+30%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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