Director, Yield Architecture & Engineering

Qualcomm

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$216,400–$324,600 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
Dec 23, 2026

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Salary context

Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $220k
This role $270k
$150k most similar roles pay here $343k

This role pays more than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $184,574–$256,255 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $270k versus about $220k for comparable roles.

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About Qualcomm

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

Qualcomm currently has 528 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Director, Yield Architecture & Engineering

The Director of Yield Management at Qualcomm Technologies leads a high-performing team focused on advancing Design for Yield (DFY) strategies and integrating automation and AI into yield analysis workflows. This role involves creating resilient architectures that enhance defect tolerance and manufacturability from the design phase, developing scalable data pipelines with predictive analytics, and fostering an inclusive culture where engineers thrive. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in semiconductor engineering or related fields, including leadership roles, and possesses deep expertise in automation, AI, and DFY principles. They should be proficient in Python, C++, and SQL, and have a background in complex silicon product development. This position requires strong cross-functional collaboration with design, manufacturing, and executive teams to drive yield improvements and operational excellence at scale.

What you'll do

  • Lead proactive Design for Yield strategy by embedding yield resiliency into product definition.
  • Evolve yield analysis through automation frameworks and AI-enabled solutions to enhance productivity.
  • Develop talent and foster a culture of trust and accountability within the yield management team.
  • Establish standardized workflows and metric-driven reviews for operational excellence in yield management.
  • Influence cross-functional teams to align yield priorities with business goals and drive meaningful impact.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience in semiconductor design, product engineering, hardware engineering, yield analysis, or post-silicon debug.
  • 5+ years of technical leadership or people management with a record of building high-performing engineering teams.
  • Strong track record of leading with empathy, clarity, and accountability to grow talent and build healthy team culture.
  • Proven experience in automation, analytics, or AI-driven workflows for engineering productivity and decision support.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence architecture decisions with a strong understanding of Design for Yield and manufacturability.
  • Experience building stability, clarity, and deep collaboration in complex or evolving team environments.

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