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Assistant Computer Chip Engineer Jobs in Carlsbad, CA

Qualcomm

Chipset/Chip Program Manager

San Diego, CA · On-site

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * 7+ years of ... in a chip or chipset program management role * 3+ years of experience in a role requiring ...

Apple

RF Passive Design Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

... CAD/Process engineering multi-functional teams to architect and develop future RF on chip passives. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree required. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrates deep ...

Marvell

Photonics Chip Lead

San Diego, CA

$108K - $143K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 10-15 years of ... These tools must not be used to record, assist with, or enhance responses in any way. Our ...

Apple

RF Passive Design Engineer

San Diego, CA

$122K - $214K/yr

... CAD/Process engineering multi-functional teams to architect and develop future RF on chip passives.","responsibilities":"Own from the circuit design, EM simulation and physical layout to the quality ...

InnoPhase IoT

Senior SoC STA Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$144K - $148K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred). * 10+ years of hands-on experience in chip-level STA ownership and full timing ...

Qualcomm

Senior HSIO Bench Test Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$110K - $152K/yr

... on Chip) designed by Qualcomm. Main responsibilities includes defining and executing the ... Engineer will also assist in HW design and debug power integrity (PI) and signal integrity(SI ...

Qualcomm

Machine Learning R&D

San Diego, CA · On-site

... Computer Engineering, Physics, Neuroscience, Economics, and VLSI Design, united by our passion to solve challenging problems. We work cross-functionally over the entire chip design process and are ...

Qualcomm

Machine Learning R&D

San Diego, CA · On-site

$140K - $211K/yr

... Computer Engineering, Physics, Neuroscience, Economics, and VLSI Design, united by our passion to solve challenging problems. We work cross-functionally over the entire chip design process and are ...

ARM

Implementation Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

... SoCs, but we are defining future chip design techniques. Not only do we improve the power ... Bachelors or Master's degree equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other ...

InnoPhase IoT

Senior SoC STA Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$144K - $148K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred). * 10+ years of hands-on experience in chip-level STA ownership and full timing ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for assistant computer chip engineer in Carlsbad, CA is $92,070.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,100.00 and $108,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Computer Chip Engineer vs Hardware Design Engineer?

AspectAssistant Computer Chip EngineerHardware Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Computer EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, semiconductor companies, tech firmsDesign firms, semiconductor companies, tech corporations
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech and semiconductor industriesUsed in hardware development and chip design sectors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Assistant Computer Chip Engineer typically supports chip development through testing and analysis, often working under senior engineers. Hardware Design Engineers focus on designing and developing the physical architecture of chips. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and are integral to the semiconductor industry, but they differ mainly in responsibilities and focus areas.

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Chipset/Chip Program Manager

Qualcomm

San Diego, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Qualcomm rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 241 rated software companies

Job description

Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Services Group, Engineering Services Group > Program Management
General Summary:
The Qualcomm Datacenter team stands at the forefront of innovation, crafting cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that transform the data center, edge, and infrastructure landscapes. Our advanced Datacenter products are trusted and utilized by some of the world's most prominent organizations, powering critical operations, at scale. As we embark on an exciting phase of rapid expansion, we are actively seeking talented professionals across diverse disciplines to join us in shaping the future of technology and delivering breakthrough deployments on a global stage.
**Position requires to be in San Diego, 5 days a week
Job Overview:
Develops, defines, and executes chipset (digital IC/ HW / SW) plan of record, including schedules, budgets, resources, deliverables, and risks. Monitors and drives the chip/chipset/HW programs from initiation through delivery, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders across functions. Monitors budget/spending, on-time delivery, and achievement of program milestones. Represents the program and drives alignment across stakeholders.
Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 7+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
  • 3+ years of experience working with digital SOC and/or mixed-signal baseband and/or RF chips in a chip or chipset program management role
  • 3+ years of experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., VP level and above).
  • 2+ years of experience working in a medium-to-large matrixed organization.
  • 2+ years of experience with program management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.
  • 2+ years of Engineering experience on CPU products or applications
  • Note: Only candidates with direct experience in semiconductor development will be considered.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Establish Plan of Record (POR): ensure roadmap/requirements baseline, project priorities, requirements change control, driving synchronization across several development teams, coordinate and synchronize external deliverables, and schedules among many worldwide design centers, etc.
  • Drive planning/scheduling: develop the execution schedule to include staffing needs and interdependencies.
  • Coordinates department schedules, resources etc. and develops program master schedule, work plans, checklists, design reviews, and resource requirements
  • Establish routine update & communications process: update status, schedule trends versus baseline, risk management, mitigation and recovery actions, etc.
  • Develop program indicators to push information to internal teams and management, develop content and present at monthly program reviews.
  • Partner with other functional areas to establish critical processes to support disciplined product development and decision making and to ensure quality.
  • Interfaces with internal departments, (contracts, legal, design and product engineering, manufacturing, technical publications, product support, etc.), to be aware of each department's priorities, available resources etc.
  • Coordinates across multiple development sites will be required. This includes different Qualcomm sites as well as contractors, both domestic and international. International travel to other development and customer sites may also be required
  • Organizes and leads interdepartmental meetings (i.e. leads meetings with engineering, foundry, technical publications and/or product support), to set project milestones, define project tasks, establish program policies and processes and allocate resources
  • Responsible for establishing project milestones, definition of project tasks, establishing program policies and processes and allocation of resources. Delegates project assignments to internal departments where required.
  • Develops control systems and methods to accurately monitor and measure program progress, identify potential problems for each internal department, identify risks, and to then develop and maintain risk matrix with mitigation and contingency strategies, monitor adherence to program master plans and schedules
  • Troubleshoots program issues and helps to develop alternative program tasks, schedules, milestones, processes etc. to resolve program issues.
  • Communicates project status, issues, and recommends mitigation plans to cross-functional core and executive teams
  • Participate in design reviews and coordinate or assure compliance to design or department checklists and procedures. May interface with customer or supplier directly on a regular basis throughout the life cycle of program

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 4+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
  • 3+ years of working with operating budgets, resources, and/or project financials.
  • 2+ years of experience working with digital SOC and/or mixed-signal baseband and/or RF chips in a chip or chipset program management role
  • 2+ years of experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., VP level and above).
  • 1+ years of experience working in a medium-to-large matrixed organization.
  • 1+ years of experience with program management tools such as dashboards, Gantt charts, etc.
  • Note: Only candidates with direct experience in semiconductor development will be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
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 disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com 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:
$171,200.00 - $256,800.00
The 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.

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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.

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Company size

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Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1985

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