Qualcomm is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Fingerprint Sensor team, focusing on the development of innovative biometric solutions for mobile devices. The role emphasizes system engineering expertise, particularly in architecting and developing advanced fingerprint sensing technologies. The ideal candidate will engage in system-level analysis, optimization, and validation to enhance performance and reliability. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration into consumer products.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering experience, or a Master's degree with 1+ year of experience, or a PhD.
• 2+ years of hands-on industry experience in module and system characterization.
• Master's Degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to performance under edge conditions.
• Proven track record in architecting, defining, and implementing multi-domain sensor systems.
• Solid understanding of hardware/software interaction, including firmware development and HW/SW co-optimization.
• Experience in algorithm development, validation, and system-level performance characterization.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, parameter analyzers, and network analyzers.
• Experience in C/C++/C#, MATLAB, and JMP, with familiarity in I²C, SPI, and MIPI interface protocols.

• Architect and define end-to-end system solutions for next-generation fingerprint sensing technologies.
• Define system integration requirements across diverse sensor applications and product platforms.
• Optimize hardware/software interfaces and drive schemes to enhance overall system performance and efficiency.
• Lead algorithm development and validation by integrating sensor physics with advanced data analysis.
• Develop hardware specifications for ASICs, sensors, and module-level components.
• Characterize and optimize system performance under edge and corner conditions through firmware development, testing, and iteration.
• Perform system-level verification and validation to ensure reliability, scalability, and production readiness.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enable successful integration into high-volume consumer products.

• Qualcomm offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, stock programs, comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement plans, wellness programs, parental leave, flexible work options, and professional development opportunities.