Location
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/26/2026
Compensation
$121,800 - $182,600 per year
Job description
Qualcomm is seeking ASIC engineers to join their fast-paced SoC team focused on RTL design and methodology for high-performance ASICs. The role involves working on innovative projects in the PC and Data Center markets, contributing to the development of new architectures for advanced technologies. Candidates should possess strong analytical and technical skills, along with experience in ASIC and FPGA design. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a team that drives communication and data processing transformation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design experience, or a Master's degree with 1+ year of experience, or a PhD.
- Proven knowledge in Server/Data Center IPs, protocols, and interfaces.
- Experience in designing arithmetic/computational/machine learning IPs.
- Strong understanding of design techniques for speed and power efficiency.
- Experience in developing tools and scripting for process automation is an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Use tools/applications to execute the architecture and design of SoC according to design protocols.
- Resolve architecture, design, or verification problems by applying sound ASIC engineering practices.
- Execute design and verification strategies according to ASICs, SoC, and IP cores specifications.
- Participate and actively contribute to design and architecture reviews.
- Identify areas for flow and process improvements through design techniques and automation.
- Collaborate and share knowledge with team members to achieve common goals.
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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