Low Power Design Methodology Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$115,600–$173,400 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Dec 20, 2026

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Below market

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This role $144k
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TL;DR · Low Power Design Methodology Engineer

Senior Digital ASIC Designer at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., responsible for designing adaptive power management controllers and digital power meters, performing RTL design and verification tasks, and collaborating with various teams to integrate low-power solutions into wireless SoC chips. The role involves enhancing methodologies across the entire design cycle from RTL to GDS and conducting block-level power analysis. Candidates should have 3 years of experience in low-power digital ASIC design, familiarity with front-end processes including u-arch, RTL coding, simulation, synthesis, and STA, and proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Perl, and TCL. Preferred candidates will also possess expertise in advanced low-power techniques such as UPF and CLP, knowledge of automotive functional safety standards, and strong debugging skills across multiple environments.

What you'll do

  • Design adaptive power management controllers and on-chip sensor controllers.
  • Perform RTL design and formal verification for IP blocks.
  • Integrate low-power solutions into wireless SoC chips.
  • Enable functional safety features in automotive SoC products.
  • Create and enhance low-power methodologies throughout the design cycle.
  • Support block-level and chip-level power analysis.
  • Collaborate with system/software teams to enable low-power features.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years of experience in low power digital ASIC design.
  • Proficiency in RTL coding, simulation, synthesis, and timing analysis.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages like Python, Perl, and TCL.
  • Understanding of electrical engineering concepts and circuit analysis.
  • Experience with advanced low power techniques such as UPF and CLP.
  • Knowledge of SoC architecture and automotive functional safety standards.
  • Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams on design implementation.

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