EDA/CAD SW Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $145,600–$218,400 / yr
Posted: 40 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Closes: Mar 16, 2027
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Qualcomm

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

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TL;DR · EDA/CAD SW Engineer

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The EDA/CAD SW Engineer joins the Global CAD team within the ASICS Engineering group to develop critical tools, flows, and methodologies for various aspects of VLSI design. The role focuses on building emulation CAD algorithms to address specific SoC needs, including synthesis, partitioning, place and route, and clock optimization. Key responsibilities involve driving compute and storage optimization, mentoring team members, and developing customer-facing applications. Candidates must utilize C++, Linux, and industry-standard tools like Git, LSF, JIRA, and GCC. The position requires expertise in data structures, algorithms, and design patterns, alongside specific knowledge of RTL Synthesis, Clock Tree Optimization, and logic design. This role solves complex technical problems in the emulation space to support the development of advanced integrated circuits.

Skills

C++ Linux System Verilog RTL Synthesis Clock Tree Optimization Data Structures Algorithms Design Patterns Git LSF JIRA GCC VLSI Design FPGA Design CAD Tool Development

What you'll do

Develop critical emulation CAD algorithms for synthesis, partitioning, place and route, and clock optimization.
Develop solutions for infrastructure needs using industry-standard tools and technologies.
Drive compute and storage optimization for CAD tools.
Create customer-facing applications for the engineering group.
Mentor and lead other members of the CAD engineering team.
Implement software design principles, patterns, and data structures in C++.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Master's or PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering (preferred).
2+ years of experience in ASIC design, FPGA design, verification, or related work.
2+ years of C++ SW development, CAD tool development, or related work experience.
2+ years of hands-on experience with Linux.
2+ years of direct hands-on experience with CAD SW development and software design principles.
Demonstratable knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
Experience in RTL Synthesis, Clock Tree Optimization, VLSI design concepts, and logic design.

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