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Staff Hardware Applications Engineer

Qualcomm

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/15/2026

Compensation

$156,895 - $215,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.1% approval-22% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The role at Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. involves leading and planning technical expertise in hardware applications engineering. The individual will assist sales staff in assessing customer needs and preparing product specifications. This position requires ensuring that product solutions function according to specifications and providing follow-up support to customers. The candidate will also contribute to design reviews and project meetings while implementing development plans.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related degree field
  • Three years of experience in a related occupation

Responsibilities

  • Lead and synthesize ambiguous or conflicting requirements in hardware applications engineering.
  • Assist sales staff in assessing potential applications of company products to meet customer needs.
  • Prepare detailed product specifications for the development and implementation of customer solutions.
  • Ensure that product solutions are functioning according to specifications.
  • Provide follow-up support to sales staff and customers by disseminating technical information.
  • Assist customers with questions, issues, or troubleshooting regarding hardware tools and products.
  • Act as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings.

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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