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Next-Gen, High-Speed Memory Subsystem ASIC Digital Design Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/3/2026

Compensation

$140,000 - $210,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

Qualcomm is seeking hardware micro-architects and RTL designers to develop SOC Interconnects, Cache, and Memory Controllers for Snapdragon platforms. The team aims to deliver the best System-On-A-Chip products, enhancing performance across smartphones, PCs, virtual reality devices, and automotive solutions. Candidates will engage in micro-architecture, design, and validation of RTL for various components. The role emphasizes innovation and optimization in hardware design to improve performance and cost efficiency.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in ASIC design, verification, validation, or integration.
  • Experience or coursework in Verilog/SystemVerilog design and low power design.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a GPA > 3.5, or a Master's degree or PhD in a related field.
  • Good communication skills and a desire to work as a team player.

Responsibilities

  • Micro-architect, design, and validate RTL for SOC Interconnects and memory subsystems.
  • Identify advanced ways to optimize hardware design for better performance, power, and cost.
  • Evaluate the hardware feasibilities of complex algorithms and requirements.
  • Develop micro architecture and specifications for new generation designs.
  • Provide essential verification and debugging activities throughout the project cycles.
  • Troubleshoot silicon issues related to the corresponding design.

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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