... embedded system architecture and Verification * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical ... Processor/Microcontroller System Design: Understanding of processor or microcontroller system ...
... embedded system architecture and Verification * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical ... Processor/Microcontroller System Design: Understanding of processor or microcontroller system ...
Senior Vehicle Data Bus Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$110K - $152K/yr
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Debug and modify embedded software/code directly on Device CAN device to resolve CAN Bus ... Expertise in C/C++ programming, microcontroller bring-up, and firmware development with interfaces ...
Senior Vehicle Data Bus Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$110K - $152K/yr
Medical
Dental
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Life
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Debug and modify embedded software/code directly on Device CAN device to resolve CAN Bus ... Expertise in C/C++ programming, microcontroller bring-up, and firmware development with interfaces ...
Engineering Manager III
San Diego, CA · On-site
$125K - $229K/yr
Work with GA-EMS Engineering staff in the concept development and prototype design, integration, and test of Embedded Systems and Controls (processor, microcontroller, FPGA, and MPSoC development ...
Engineering Manager III
San Diego, CA · On-site
$125K - $229K/yr
Work with GA-EMS Engineering staff in the concept development and prototype design, integration, and test of Embedded Systems and Controls (processor, microcontroller, FPGA, and MPSoC development ...
Staff Camera Systems Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$148K - $222K/yr
Embedded low level camera driver design and development, work throughout the firmware life cycle ... Experienced with microcontroller architecture, RTOS, and/or ARM architecture. * Familiarity with ...
Staff Camera Systems Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$148K - $222K/yr
Embedded low level camera driver design and development, work throughout the firmware life cycle ... Experienced with microcontroller architecture, RTOS, and/or ARM architecture. * Familiarity with ...
Staff Camera Systems Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$148K - $222K/yr
Embedded low level camera driver design and development, work throughout the firmware life cycle ... Experienced with microcontroller architecture, RTOS, and/or ARM architecture. * Familiarity with ...
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Staff Camera Systems Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$148K - $222K/yr
Embedded low level camera driver design and development, work throughout the firmware life cycle ... Experienced with microcontroller architecture, RTOS, and/or ARM architecture. * Familiarity with ...
New
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL
$127K - $236K/yr
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Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL Job Code: 42454 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing * Designing for space environments
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Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL
$127K - $236K/yr
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Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL Job Code: 42454 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing * Designing for space environments
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Software Engineer, Swarm Systems
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$90K - $124K/yr
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining and extending the existing code base while ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
Software Engineer, Swarm Systems
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$90K - $124K/yr
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining and extending the existing code base while ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
Senior Vehicle Data Bus Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$110K - $152K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Debug and modify embedded software/code directly on Device CAN device to resolve CAN Bus ... Expertise in C/C++ programming, microcontroller bring-up, and firmware development with interfaces ...
Senior Vehicle Data Bus Engineer
San Diego, CA · On-site
$110K - $152K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Debug and modify embedded software/code directly on Device CAN device to resolve CAN Bus ... Expertise in C/C++ programming, microcontroller bring-up, and firmware development with interfaces ...
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining and extending the existing code base while ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining and extending the existing code base while ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL
San Diego, CA · On-site
$127 - $237/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL Job Code: 42454 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing * Designing for space environments
New
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL
San Diego, CA · On-site
$127 - $237/hr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL Job Code: 42454 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing * Designing for space environments
New
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (Field-Programmable Gate Array)
San Diego, CA · On-site
$125K - $232K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (FPGA) Job Code: 37366 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing Knowledge of cryptographic ...
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (Field-Programmable Gate Array)
San Diego, CA · On-site
$125K - $232K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (FPGA) Job Code: 37366 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing Knowledge of cryptographic ...
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL
$127K - $236K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL Job Code: 42454 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing * Designing for space environments
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL
$127K - $236K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Senior FPGA Engineer, VHDL Job Code: 42454 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing * Designing for space environments
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (Field-Programmable Gate Array)
San Diego, CA · On-site
$169K - $177K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (FPGA) Job Code: 37366 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing Knowledge of cryptographic ...
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (Field-Programmable Gate Array)
San Diego, CA · On-site
$169K - $177K/yr
Medical
Retirement
PTO
Lead, Electrical Engineer - Firmware (FPGA) Job Code: 37366 Job Location: San Diego, CA Job ... Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller interfacing Knowledge of cryptographic ...
Senior Software Engineer, Swarm Systems
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$120K - $200K/yr
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining the existing code base while developing new ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
Senior Software Engineer, Swarm Systems
San Diego, CA · On-site +1
$120K - $200K/yr
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining the existing code base while developing new ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
Senior Software Engineer, Swarm Systems
San Diego, CA · On-site
$129K - $171K/yr
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining the existing code base while developing new ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
Senior Software Engineer, Swarm Systems
San Diego, CA · On-site
$129K - $171K/yr
This role targets a developer capable of maintaining the existing code base while developing new ... microcontroller development for targets such as the STM32 * Real Time Operating Systems * Embedded ...
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| Aspect | Embedded Microcontroller Engineer | Firmware Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical, Computer Engineering or related; certifications like ARM or embedded systems courses | Bachelor's in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering; certifications in embedded systems or programming languages |
| Work Environment | Designing and testing microcontroller-based systems, often in hardware labs or development environments | Developing low-level code for devices, often in software development environments |
| Industry Usage | Consumer electronics, automotive, industrial automation | Consumer electronics, IoT devices, embedded systems |
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Full-time
Re-posted 29 days ago
Qualcomm rating
8.8
Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
49th of 244 rated software companies
Job description
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering
General Summary:
Role:
As a Design Engineer, you'll play a critical role in shaping cutting-edge digital designs. Your responsibilities will include:
- Micro-Architecture: Designing micro-architecture for both simple and complex digital, interface blocks.
- RTL Development: Developing RTL (Register Transfer Level) code using industry best practices. This includes handling multi-clock designs, high-frequency requirements, low power, and low latency considerations while ensuring high performance.
- Debugging and Post-Silicon Bring-Up: Troubleshooting and debugging issues during the development process and supporting post-silicon bring-up activities.
- Documentation: Creating comprehensive design documentation to ensure clarity and maintainability.
- Design Optimization: Optimizing designs for key metrics such as area, power, and performance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including DFT (Design for Testability), Implementation, Verification, Emulation, and Firmware teams.
**Must be in San Diego full time, 5 days a week
Ideal candidate will have:
- 6-10+ years of work experience with RTL/FPGA design (Verilog, System verilog), embedded system architecture and Verification
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in computer science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 5+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Positive Attitude: Bring a fun-loving attitude and a passion for inclusively solving problems.
- Experience: 5+ years of ASIC design experience
- RTL Expertise: System Verilog Design, Linting, CDC, Synthesis (FPGA and ASIC)
- Testing: Building the test suites for design validation
- Emulation: understanding of Emulation and prototyping flows for the design and validation in Lab is a big Plus.
- Complex Digital Logic Design: Experience with designing complex digital logic blocks and sub systems (CPU, GPU, DSP, Always on Systems, Digital interfaces (PCIe, UART, I2c, DDRx, SPI, USB).
- ISA Familiarity: Knowledge of ISAs (Instruction Set Architectures) such as ARM THUMB or RISC-V.
- Processor/Microcontroller System Design: Understanding of processor or microcontroller system design.
- Multi-Power Domain and Multi-Clock Domain Designs: Experience with designs spanning multiple power domains and clock domains.
- Scripting/Automation Languages: Proficiency in scripting or automation languages like Python or Perl.
- Industry Standard Digital Tools: Familiarity with state-of-the-art industry-standard digital design tools.
- Challenges of Lower Node Technologies: Awareness of challenges faced when working with lower node technologies.
If you're excited about pushing the boundaries of digital design and collaborating with diverse teams, we encourage you to apply!
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
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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:
$164,000.00 - $246,000.00
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.
Industry
Technology, communication and media
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
San Diego, CA, US
Year founded
1985