Graphics (GPU) Hardware Project Engineer

Qualcomm

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$195,200–$292,800 / yr
Posted
154 days ago
Closes
Jul 13, 2026

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Above market

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Similar $202k
This role $244k
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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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TL;DR · Graphics (GPU) Hardware Project Engineer

As a Project Engineer at Qualcomm Technologies, you will lead the technical development of core GPU projects across various phases including architecture, development, and productization. You will collaborate closely with Product Managers to define requirements and priorities while working with Program Managers to ensure project timelines are met. Your daily responsibilities include driving engineering processes, resolving critical technical issues, and ensuring that products meet market needs. The role requires expertise in hardware design, verification, silicon implementation, and validation for SOC launches. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in GPU hardware or related fields, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of ASIC design flows across multiple technology nodes. This position is crucial for developing cutting-edge GPUs used in mobile devices, laptops, VR headsets, AR systems, gaming consoles, and wearables, impacting millions of users globally.

What you'll do

  • Define and execute technical strategies for GPU development projects.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between engineering teams and product managers.
  • Conduct cost/benefit analysis to inform strategic direction of GPU cores.
  • Resolve complex technical issues across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Drive industry best practices in ASIC engineering for efficient project execution.
  • Ensure product quality meets market needs through rigorous testing and validation.

What we're looking for

  • At least 8 years of combined hardware/software/system engineering experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
  • Strong communication skills across various media and technical domains.
  • Experience with ASIC design flow including architecture, verification, synthesis, and physical design.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate business goals into technology requirements and product design.
  • Comfortable leading projects involving over 50 contributors as a Project Engineer or System Architect.

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