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Hardware Board Design Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

6/11/2026

Compensation

$180,500 - $270,700 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
PhD with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
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Job description

The Hardware Board Design Engineer at Qualcomm will be responsible for the board-level execution of complex server platforms. This role involves close collaboration with platform architects to translate architectural intent into manufacturable hardware. The engineer will lead schematic capture and PCB layout, ensuring high-speed and high-power designs meet rigorous standards. This position emphasizes execution leadership and requires a proactive approach to hardware development.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in server or high-performance compute hardware design.
  • Strong experience with PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, SerDes, and management interfaces.
  • Expertise in SIPI, PDN, thermal design, EMI, and compliance requirements.
  • Hands-on experience with lab debug tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end board execution from concept through EVT/DVT/PVT and production.
  • Work closely with the platform/system architect to translate architecture into board-level implementation.
  • Provide early feedback on feasibility, risks, cost, schedule, and implementation tradeoffs.
  • Lead schematic capture using OrCAD and manage PCB layout using Cadence Allegro.
  • Design high-speed, high-power, dense, multi-layer server PCBs.
  • Drive cross-functional execution with SIPI, SoC, firmware, software, packaging, validation, and manufacturing teams.
  • Lead board bring-up and debug activities.
  • Support functional validation and assist in issue triage and root-cause analysis.
  • Support manufacturing ramp, factory bring-up, board spins, and ECO validation.
  • Prepare and present technical documentation and execution status to stakeholders.

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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