Location
Santa Clara, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/8/2026
Compensation
$142,200 - $213,400 per year
Job description
The role is focused on working with a world-class CPU design team at Qualcomm, specifically in the application of formal methods for the verification of application processors. The team is dedicated to developing next-generation formal methodologies and enhancing formal verification skills on complex designs. Candidates will engage in defining formal verification architecture and deploying model-checking technology to hardware designs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of CPU technology.
Requirements
- BA/BS degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of practical experience in formal methods application.
- Strong background in model checking or theorem proving for complex systems verification.
- Experience in writing assertions and modeling code in Hardware Description Languages.
- Familiarity with model checkers like Jaspergold and VC-Formal or theorem-proving tools such as ACL2 and HOL.
- MS/PhD degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with 4+ years of practical experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work with the design team to understand design intent and develop verification plans.
- Define formal verification architecture and build end-to-end formal sign-off environments for CPU components.
- Engage in the deployment of model-checking technology to hardware designs, including property verification and architectural modeling.
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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