RF Product and Bench Test Engineer, Staff

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$141,300–$211,900 / yr
Posted
40 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Mar 16, 2027

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

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TL;DR · RF Product and Bench Test Engineer, Staff

The RF Product and Bench Test Engineer, Staff joins the Hardware Engineering group to plan, design, and develop electronic systems, circuits, components, and integrated circuitry. This role involves conducting simulations, developing emulation solutions, and characterizing manufacturing solutions for leading-edge products using advanced processes. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing hardware features, identifying design optimizations, troubleshooting product issues, and performing specialized analyses like signal integrity and power integrity. The engineer will utilize schematic capture, circuit simulation software, and measurement instruments including oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers. Working across cross-functional teams, the position focuses on improving yield, test time, and quality for System on Chip and packaging. The role solves technical problems related to electrical, mechanical, and compliance issues while documenting essential details for chipsets and assemblies.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop hardware components, electronic systems, and integrated circuitry based on product roadmaps.
  • Conduct simulations and specialized analyses including signal integrity, power integrity, and feasibility studies.
  • Develop automation flows and methodologies for the validation of System on Chip and electronic parts.
  • Troubleshoot product design issues and document lessons learned to improve future hardware performance.
  • Evaluate and characterize manufacturing solutions for leading-edge products to improve yield and quality.
  • Document technical details regarding materials, chipsets, and assemblies while tracking all design changes.
  • Interface with cross-functional teams to incorporate the latest test solutions into production programs.
  • Act as a technical lead on small projects, owning the outcomes and providing accurate project schedules.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field with 4+ years of Hardware Engineering experience.
  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of Hardware Engineering experience.
  • PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or related field with 2+ years of Hardware Engineering experience.
  • 2+ years of experience with circuit design such as digital, analog, or RF.
  • 2+ years of experience utilizing schematic capture and circuit simulation software.
  • 2+ years of experience with hardware design and measurement instruments like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.

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