Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$149k–$223k/yr
Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Modem Technologies General Summary: Qualcomm is the world’s largest fabless semiconductor company and a global leader in wireless innova…
Skills: RTL Development, Verilog, System Verilog, Computer Architecture, Low Power Design
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$172k–$259k/yr
Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Applications Engineering General Summary: The Sr Staff ARM Server Firmware Management Customer Engineer is a senior technical a…
Skills: UEFI/BIOS, ARM Architecture, C, C++, Python
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$124k–$242k/yr
NVIDIA is a leader in accelerated computing, artificial intelligence, and next-generation platform innovation. Our Worldwide Field Operations Solutions Architecture team supports third-party software vendors, partners, a…
Skills: Solutions Architecture, OpenUSD, Python, C++, Physically Based Rendering
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$230k–$345k/yr
Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area:Operations Group, Operations Group > Product Management General Summary: Join Qualcomm's Data Center Business Unit to lead the strategy, definition, and execution of custom si…
Skills: Product Management, Custom Silicon Strategy, AI Infrastructure, Chiplet Platforms, Business Case Development
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$184k–$288k/yr
We are looking for a Senior Solutions Architect to help leading Enterprise ISVs design, build, optimize, and deploy production-grade Agentic AI systems on NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform. In this role, you will p…
Skills: Agentic AI, Multi-agent Orchestration, RAG, Model Customization, Python
Santa Clara, California, United States · Hybrid
$125k–$140k/yr
About Vantage Data Centers Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North Ame…
Skills: Mechanical Systems Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Commissioning, Maintenance Planning, Root-Cause Failure Analysis
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$272k–$431k/yr
At NVIDIA, we are seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join our world-class NGC Cloud Services team. In this role, you will help drive the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of the systems that power our …
Skills: Distributed Systems Design, Java, Go, C++, Microservices Architecture
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$168k–$259k/yr
Join NVIDIA's dynamic team as a Foundry Development Engineer! We are on the lookout for a talented, innovative, and driven individual to lead the charge in high-volume, rapid wafer production. Dive into the cutting-edge …
Skills: Foundry Management, CMOS Logic Technology, FinFET Device Physics, SPC Control, WAT Analysis
Gilroy, California, United States · On-site
$37/hr–$66/hr
Join our dynamic team and become a critical guardian of technological infrastructure! As a Data Center Engineering Technician, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the heartbeat of mission-critical technology infras…
Skills: Electrical Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, BMS Monitoring
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$147k–$203k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: FMECA, CAPA, Failure Analysis, Engineering Design Review, Technical Training
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$184k–$253k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Models, Python
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$101k–$139k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: Materials Project Management, MRP, Make versus Buy Analysis, Supplier Negotiation, Risk Assessment
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$185k–$254k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Research and Development, Project Leadership, Engineering Analysis, Troubleshooting
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$90k–$123k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: Supply and Demand Analysis, Issue Resolution, Stakeholder Management, Customer Relationship Management, Problem Solving
Santa Clara, California, United States · Remote OK
$222k–$332k/yr
Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Machine Learning Engineering General Summary: The Principal Engineer, Verification (CI/CD & Embedded HW) is a senior individual contribu…
Skills: CI/CD Infrastructure, Embedded Hardware Validation, Python, Bash, C/C++
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$124k–$171k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: C/C++, .Net, C#, Operating Systems, Networking Principles
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$124k–$171k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: FMECA, Failure Analysis, CAPA Process, Technical Writing, Product Support
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$115k–$159k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: Business Management, Account Management, Market Share Strategy, RFQs, Pricing Structure
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$185k–$254k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: Process Integration, Scientific Theory, Product Development, Process Engineering, Strategic Planning
Santa Clara, California, United States · On-site
$90k–$123k/yr
Who We Are Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that help…
Skills: Supply and Demand Analysis, Issue Resolution, Stakeholder Management, Customer Relationship Management, Problem Solving
Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.
Define specifications and micro-architecture to develop RTL and optimize for area, power, and performance. Collaborate with verification, physical implementation, and software teams to deliver high-performance modem hardware using AI-driven methodologies.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering with 2+ years of experience, or a Master's/PhD with corresponding experience. Preferred candidates have expertise in RTL coding, wireless modem ASICs, and programming languages like Python or C++.
Qualcomm is the world’s largest fabless semiconductor company and a global leader in wireless innovation—powering the majority of 3G, 4G, and 5G devices while pioneering the future 6G era. Our hardware engineering teams build industry‑leading modem and RF transceiver solutions enabling the next generation of wireless technology.
We are seeking a highly skilled Modem Hardware Design Engineer to join our advanced design organization, focused on AI‑driven methodologies and next‑generation modem hardware development. This role blends traditional design expertise with cutting‑edge GenAI, ML‑assisted flows, and agentic-AI automation frameworks to accelerate all phases of the project and deliver leading edge solutions across a wide range of portfolio products.
As a Wireless Design Engineer, you will define specifications and architecture/micro-architecture, develop RTL, and optimize for area, power, and performance. You will collaborate closely within the hardware team comprising verification, modeling, and physical implementation teams, while also engaging with system, RF, firmware, and software teams to deliver first-time-right silicon.
• Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 1+ year of experience with programming (e.g., C, C++, Python), Verilog, System Verilog, computer architecture, or embedded systems.
• 1+ year of applicable wireless, semiconductor and/or embedded software industry experience.
• 6+ months of WWAN modem development specific experience.
• RTL coding and logic design for wireless modem ASICs.
• Experience with synthesis, industry LINT, clock domain crossing, low power design, verification.
• Experience with Unix/Linux shell scripting, Python/Perl, Makefiles, XML
Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [email protected] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$148,600.00 - $223,000.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.
Inspired by 250 years of American ingenuity, we build technologies that expand what’s possible. From wireless to AI at scale and 6G, our innovations power progress worldwide.
Offices: Qualcomm, San Diego, CA 92121, US · 2 Whitefield Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066, IN · Hitech City Road, Hyderabad, TS 500081, IN
Based on 1823 listings with disclosed salaries, most engineering jobs in Santa Clara, CA pay between $116k–$275k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.
There are currently 1,942 open engineering positions in Santa Clara, CA listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.
Companies currently hiring include Applied Materials, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, Marvell Technology, ServiceNow, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.
Yes — 330 of the 1942 open engineering positions offer remote or hybrid work (72 remote, 258 hybrid).
Each listing links directly to the employer's application page. Apply early — fresh listings get the most recruiter attention in the first two weeks.
