Data Center Hardware Program Manager

Qualcomm

Actively hiring
San Diego, Ca,Us, US Posted 51 days ago $188,000–$282,000 / year
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TL;DR

The Program Management Director role at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. involves leading the planning and execution of large-scale data center hardware programs from concept to delivery, requiring extensive experience in managing complex multi-disciplinary projects. This senior leader will develop program scope, milestones, resource plans, and success criteria while driving day-to-day execution through cross-functional coordination and risk mitigation. Key responsibilities include managing schedules with tools like Microsoft Project, establishing vendor relationships for procurement, and providing executive-level reporting on program status and financials. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of data center operations, hardware components, and industry standards, along with strong leadership skills to influence without direct authority and excel in a fast-paced environment focused on delivering cutting-edge solutions for hyperscale data centers.

Skills

Microsoft Project Program Management Tools Data Center Operations Vendor Management Cross-functional Coordination Issue Resolution Dependency Management Risk Mitigation Executive Reporting Industry Standards Regulatory Requirements Cost Management Budget Tracking Hyperscale Data Center Design Reliability Engineering RAS Silent Data Errors

What you'll do

  • Own and lead large-scale data center hardware programs from concept to delivery.
  • Develop program scope, milestones, resource plans, and success criteria in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Drive day-to-day program execution, manage dependencies, and mitigate risks.
  • Manage program schedules using tools like Microsoft Project for effective planning.
  • Lead executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and financials.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in data center hardware development.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of program management experience in complex hardware programs.
  • Extensive knowledge of data center operations and hyperscaler processes.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority.
  • Strong organizational skills with proficiency in project management tools.
  • Experience managing vendor relationships and procurement for hardware projects.
  • Excellent communication skills, including executive-level reporting and presentations.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in data center design.

Market check

Salary context

This $188,000–$282,000 range sits above 80% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$137,100–$218,238

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$132,550–$214,400

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Qualcomm

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

Qualcomm currently has 569 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$224,400 across 536 roles with salary data.

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