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Senior CPU Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Job Area Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the overseeing of innovative ...

Senior CPU Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$142K - $213K/yr

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary: This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the overseeing of innovative CPU design ...

Senior CPU Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary: This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the overseeing of innovative CPU design ...

Senior CPU Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$122K - $183K/yr

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary: This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the overseeing of innovative CPU design ...

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary: As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and ...

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU EngineeringGeneral Summary: As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and ...

CPU RTL Power Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$148K - $222K/yr

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary: We are hiring talented engineers for CPU RTL Power targeted for high performance, low power devices. In this role, you will be ...

Job Area Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary We are hiring talented engineers for RISCV CPU RTL development targeting high-performance, low-power devices. In this role you will ...

CPU RTL Power Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering General Summary: We are hiring talented engineers for CPU RTL Power targeted for high performance, low power devices. In this role, you will be ...

CPU Emulation Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$167K - $250K/yr

As a CPU Emulation Engineer, you will work as part of CPU verification team to deliver emulation-based solutions for CPU team. You will work closely with all disciplines of CPU team to help verify ...

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How much do cpu engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for cpu engineer in the United States is $55.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.14 and $74.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cpu Engineer vs Hardware Engineer?

AspectCpu EngineerHardware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Computer, or Mechanical Engineering
Work EnvironmentDesigning and testing CPU architectures, working in R&D labs or tech companiesDeveloping and testing various hardware components, often in manufacturing or R&D settings
Industry UsagePrimarily in semiconductor, computer hardware, and tech companiesBroader industry including consumer electronics, aerospace, and industrial equipment

Cpu Engineers focus specifically on designing and developing central processing units, while Hardware Engineers work on a wider range of electronic hardware components. Both roles require similar technical skills and often overlap in work environments, but Cpu Engineers specialize in CPU architecture and performance optimization.

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Infographic showing various Cpu Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $116,463 per year, or $56 per hour.

Senior CPU Engineer

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

Qualcomm
Technology, Communication and Media • 10K+ employees

$150 - $200/hr

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Company

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > CPU Engineering

General Summary

This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the overseeing of innovative CPU design efforts that have a critical impact on industries across the world. Interfaces with all disciplines to design, verify, and implement multi-core Computer Processing Unit (CPU) operations for QCT. Applies CPU architectural, micro-architecture, and physical design concepts to deliver high performance and low power CPUs. Evaluates all aspects of the design process from concept to productization that meet customer and industry standards. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings.

Will accept a Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field.

Pay Range: $156,853.00 - $213,400.00 /year

Applicants: 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).

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.

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.

Industry

Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1985