Next-Gen System Cache ASIC Digital Design Engineer
QualcommNext-Gen System Cache ASIC Digital Design Engineer
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
10/15/2026
Compensation
$121,800 - $182,600 per year
Job description
As an ASIC Engineer at Qualcomm, you will be responsible for defining, modeling, designing, optimizing, verifying, validating, implementing, and documenting IP development for high-performance products. You will work within a team focused on creating world-class System-On-A-Chip products, collaborating with cross-functional groups to ensure successful product execution. The role emphasizes innovation in hardware design and optimization for performance, power, and cost. Qualcomm values the impact of technology and aims to shape a smarter, connected future.
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 in a related field.
- Experience or coursework in Verilog/SystemVerilog design and low power design.
- Good communication skills and a desire to work as a team player.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a GPA greater than 3.5.
Responsibilities
- Micro-architect, design, and validate RTL for blocks and modules of 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.
- Optimize silicon cost and improve clock speed.
- 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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