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SOC Design Verification Engineer-Staff

San Diego, CA · On-site

$144K - $176K/yr

As a Qualcomm ASIC Engineer, you will define, model, design (digital and/or analog), optimize, verify, validate, implement, and document IP (block/SoC) development for a variety of high performance ...

The ideal candidate has strong experience in low-level programming (C/C++), microcontroller/SoC development, and hardware bring-up, with a proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ...

Job Overview: Arm's Solution Engineering team is very thrilled to work with SoC verification ... Using the latest nodes (e.g. 3nm) and new SoC 3D packaging developments, Arm's ambition is to ...

$150 - $200/hr

Collaborate across teams to drive standard methodologies and continuous improvement in SOC development What we need to see: * BS or MS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent ...

Job Overview: Arm's Solution Engineering team is very thrilled to work with SoC verification ... Using the latest nodes (e.g. 3nm) and new SoC 3D packaging developments, Arm's ambition is to ...

Job Overview: Arm's Solution Engineering team is very thrilled to work with SoC verification ... Using the latest nodes (e.g. 3nm) and new SoC 3D packaging developments, Arm's ambition is to ...

$150 - $200/hr

Job Overview: Arm's Solution Engineering team is very thrilled to work with SoC verification ... Using the latest nodes (e.g. 3nm) and new SoC 3D packaging developments, Arm's ambition is to ...

Job Overview: Arm's Solution Engineering team is very thrilled to work with SoC verification ... Using the latest nodes (e.g. 3nm) and new SoC 3D packaging developments, Arm's ambition is to ...

Job Overview: Arm's Solution Engineering team is very thrilled to work with SoC verification ... Using the latest nodes (e.g. 3nm) and new SoC 3D packaging developments, Arm's ambition is to ...

Physical Design Engineer

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$180K - $230K/yr

We're looking for a hands-on Physical Design Engineer to support complex SoC projects for our ... MSEE preferred * Strong experience in ASIC physical design and SoC development (28nm/16nm)

Physical Design Engineer

Bodega Bay, CA · On-site

$161K - $166K/yr

We're looking for a hands-on Physical Design Engineer to support complex SoC projects for our ... MSEE preferred * Strong experience in ASIC physical design and SoC development (28nm/16nm)

Wireless SoC Architect

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$64.25 - $84.75/hr

Senior Technical Staff Engineer - Architect (SoC) The Wireless Solutions Group is seeking an ... development from concept through tape-out by partnering with cross-functional teams across ...

Why is This a Great Opportunity Leading custom ASIC and SoC development company with a pipeline of new technology projects for top companies. Employees are real contributors, often working ...

$150 - $200/hr

FPGA SoC hardware integration, validation, and debugging * DFx experience (design for cost, test ... Development Engineer to lead the design and development of advanced hardware solutions for next ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for soc development engineer in the United States is $96,155.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A SOC Development Engineer is a specialized role focused on designing and improving security operations centers, often requiring knowledge of cybersecurity, hardware, and software systems. It offers opportunities in cybersecurity, threat detection, and system architecture, with demand driven by increasing cybersecurity threats and the need for skilled professionals. The role can be rewarding for those interested in security technology and problem-solving.

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A SOC development engineer designs, develops, and tests security operations center (SOC) tools, systems, and processes to monitor and respond to cybersecurity threats. They often work with security information and event management (SIEM) platforms, scripting languages, and security protocols to improve threat detection and incident response capabilities.

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SOC Design Verification Engineer-Staff

San Diego, CA • On-site

Qualcomm
Technology, Communication and Media • 10K+ employees

$144K - $176K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Defines, models, designs, verifies, validates, implements, and documents IP (block/SoC) development for high performance, low power products.

  • Creates advanced architectures, circuit specifications, logic designs, and system simulations based on system-level requirements.

  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and execute implementation strategies that meet system requirements and customer needs.


Qualcomm rating

8.8

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 > ASICS Engineering
General Summary:
As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives communication and data processing transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm ASIC Engineer, you will define, model, design (digital and/or analog), optimize, verify, validate, implement, and document IP (block/SoC) development for a variety of high performance, high quality, low power world class products. Qualcomm Engineers collaborate with cross-functional groups to determine product execution path.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
• 2+ years of experience with architecture and design tools.
• 2+ years of experience with scripting tools and programming languages.
• 2+ years of experience with design verification methods.
• 1+ year of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
• Leverages advanced ASIC knowledge and experience to define, model, design (digital and/or analog), optimize, verify, validate, implement, and document IP (block/SoC) development for a variety of high performance, high quality, low power products.
• Creates advanced architectures, circuit specifications, logic designs, and/or system simulations based on system-level requirements.
• Collaborates across functional teams (e.g., software architecture, hardware architecture, product management, program management teams) to develop and execute an implementation strategy that meets system requirements and customer needs.
• Evaluates all aspects of complex process flow from high-level design to synthesis, place and route, timing and power use, and verification or similarly for custom circuit design/layout flow.
• Utilizes tools/applications (e.g., RTL to GDS Flow, Virtuoso) to execute and enable advanced architecture and design of multiple complex blocks/SoC or IC Packages.
• Writes and reviews detailed technical documentation for complex EDA/IP/ASIC projects.
Level of Responsibility:
• Works independently with minimal supervision.
• Provides supervision/guidance to other team members.
• Decision-making is significant in nature and affects work beyond immediate work group.
• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information. May require negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
• Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key decisions).
• Tasks do not have defined steps; planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.
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).
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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:
$140,000.00 - $210,000.00
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