Join Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.’s Fingerprint Sensor team as a Systems and Mixed Signal Design Engineer to drive the development of cutting-edge biometric solutions for mobile devices. In this role, you will apply advanced CMOS mixed-signal IC design methodologies to architect and develop innovative fingerprint sensor technologies, performing detailed system analysis and optimization. Key responsibilities include defining architecture, integrating systems into commercial products, and conducting simulation modeling with tools like Cadence ADE/Spectre, HSPICE, MATLAB, Verilog/VHDL, and Python. You will collaborate closely with firmware, product, and test engineering teams to ensure optimal sensor performance, while also preparing technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders. Ideal candidates have a Master’s or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, along with 7+ years of experience in mixed-signal design and systems engineering, and expertise in CMOS sensor design and hardware/software co-optimization.
Skills
Python
Verilog
VHDL
MATLAB
SPICE
CADENCE
CMOS
TFT
LTPS
ASIC
Sensor Physics
HW/SW Co-optimization
Firmware Development
System Modeling
Circuit Specifications
Simulation Tools
Algorithm Development
Performance Optimization
Layout Design
Manufacturability
Reliability
What you'll do
Define and lead the full-cycle development of advanced fingerprint sensor technologies.
Develop hardware specifications for ASICs, sensors, and module components based on system-level requirements.
Execute detailed circuit and pixel-level simulations to validate performance across various conditions.
Perform system-level studies including architecture exploration and fundamental physics analysis.
Guide layout design reviews to ensure manufacturability and reliability of sensor designs.
Debug and refine sensor designs based on insights from simulation tools and lab measurements.
Prepare technical documentation for internal stakeholders and external partners.
What we're looking for
7+ years of mixed-signal design and systems engineering experience.
Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Strong analytical skills with focus on performance optimization.
Experience in CMOS sensor design with TFT/LTPS technologies.
Proficiency in CADENCE, SPICE, MATLAB, Verilog/VHDL, and Python.
Ability to define architecture and integrate systems into commercial products.
Hands-on experience in system modeling and simulation using industry-standard tools.
Market check
Salary context
This
$198,600–$297,800
range sits above
94%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$130,955–$202,200
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$135,000–$203,300
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
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About Qualcomm
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