Principal Hardware Design Engineer (Data Center)
QualcommPrincipal Hardware Design Engineer (Data Center)
QualcommLocation
San Diego, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
11/4/2026
Compensation
$192,400 - $288,600 per year
Job description
The Principal Engineer at Qualcomm will play a crucial role in shaping next-generation hardware systems for data center platforms built on Qualcomm SoCs. This position involves leading hardware embedded system development from concept through fabrication, working closely with electrical and mechanical engineering teams. The role focuses on high-power, high-density systems with advanced interconnects and memory technologies. The engineer will also provide technical leadership and drive innovation across multiple engineering teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
- 15+ years of experience in Hardware Engineering related work experience.
- Experience in digital or analog circuit design, schematic capture, and circuit simulation.
- Technical project leadership across the full hardware development lifecycle.
- Familiarity with lab measurement and test equipment.
Responsibilities
- Lead hardware projects and design teams from architecture through production.
- Develop advanced hardware design methodologies and engineering best practices.
- Provide technical leadership for advanced analysis including signal integrity and power integrity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality production solutions.
- Coordinate design handoff to ODM and support ODM design and production.
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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