Staff Chipset and Integrated Circuit Program Manager

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$171,200–$256,800 / yr
Posted
21 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Feb 17, 2027

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This role $214k
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This role pays more than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $177,250–$230,550 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $214k versus about $204k for comparable roles.

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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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TL;DR · Staff Chipset and Integrated Circuit Program Manager

The Chipset and Integrated Circuit Program Manager, Staff joins the Engineering Services Group to manage the lifecycle of digital and mixed-signal IC chips and chipsets. This individual is responsible for developing and executing plans of record, including managing schedules, budgets, resources, and risks from initiation through delivery. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to prioritize deliverables, tracking key metrics, and identifying risk mitigation strategies while ensuring program objectives are met. Candidates must possess expertise in semiconductor development or manufacturing and experience with digital SOC, baseband, or RF chips. Essential skills include proficiency with program management tools like dashboards and Gantt charts, as well as the ability to navigate a large matrixed organization. The role focuses on solving complex technical challenges within the semiconductor space by ensuring projects remain on time, on budget, and within scope.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute plans of record including schedules, budgets, resources, deliverables, and risks for IC chips and chipsets.
  • Manage the execution of program plans to ensure projects remain on time, on budget, and within scope.
  • Track key performance metrics and escalate issues with proposed corrective actions when deviations occur.
  • Identify program risks and maintain a risk tracker with corresponding mitigation plans.
  • Manage team workloads by establishing schedules, assigning tasks, and tracking member progress.
  • Drive alignment across internal and external stakeholders on technical matters and project milestones.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance program management best practices.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of Program Management or related work experience.
  • Direct experience in semiconductor development and/or manufacturing is required.
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (preferred).
  • 10+ years of Program Management or related work experience (preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience working with digital SOC and/or mixed-signal baseband and/or RF chips (preferred).
  • 5+ years of experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (preferred).
  • 3+ years of experience working in a large matrixed organization (preferred).

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