JobsCPU Integration CAD Engineer
Location
Santa Clara, CA, Austin, TX
Type
Full-time
Posted
6/11/2026
Compensation
$167,100 - $250,700 per year
Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.1%·Filings 1,170·New hires 255·
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·FY 2025Job 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.
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