This role pays more than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$163,125–$235,750
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$203k
versus about
$199k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
Qualcomm currently has
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Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$222,500
across 603 roles with salary data.
The Data Center AI Hardware Technical Lead – Rack Scale Design joins the Data Center AI System Hardware and Validation Engineering team to develop rack-level AI inference solutions for liquid-cooled data centers. This role involves leading execution for next-generation rack-scale designs within a matrixed organization, managing requirements, scope, and schedules from concept through production. The lead will own integration plans for compute nodes, PCIe fabrics, networking, storage, power delivery, cooling, and telemetry while driving firmware, software, and hardware co-design. Key responsibilities include leading cross-functional design reviews, coordinating platform-level debug and instrumentation, and managing program KPIs like build quality and yield. Required expertise includes server technologies such as board design, SI/PI, thermal, mechanical aspects, BIOS, BMC, Redfish, and networking. The role requires proficiency in JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft Office to manage complex programs across global sites.
System Architecture
AI Infrastructure
High-Performance Computing
Silicon
Thermal Architecture
Power System Design
High-Speed Electrical Interfaces
Enterprise AI
Electrical Engineering
Data Center Design
Power Generation
Grounding
Liquid Cooling
Commissioning
Technical Writing
Contract Administration
MSDS
lockout/tag out
High-Density Compute