Server SoC Security Architect - CCA

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: Santa Clara, CAAustin, TX
Salary: $198,700–$298,100 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Closes: Dec 12, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Server SoC Security Architect - CCA

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Join our team as an experienced SoC Security Architect at Qualcomm Technologies, where you will collaborate with top engineers to develop cutting-edge security solutions for advanced System on Chips (SoCs) used in data centers. Your primary responsibilities include defining system-level security architecture, architecting platform root-of-trust strategies, and developing threat models to ensure compliance with industry standards. You will work closely with hardware, firmware, software, validation, and product teams to drive cross-functional alignment and monitor evolving threats to enhance architectural resilience. Ideal candidates have a Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related fields, 5+ years of experience in data center SoC design, and expertise in foundational security technologies such as secure boot, attestation, and key management. This role demands strong technical writing skills and the ability to engage with standards bodies to apply industry frameworks effectively.

Skills

SoC Hardware Security Confidential Computing Secure Boot Attestation Key Management Threat Modeling Security Requirements Development Technical Writing Data Center System Architecture Product Lifecycle Security Hyperscale Security Architecture Multi-Chiplet Platforms Cloud-Class Products Standards Bodies Industry Security Frameworks

What you'll do

Define SoC and system-level security architecture for confidential computing platforms.
Architect platform root-of-trust strategy and chain-of-trust across various flows.
Develop threat models and derive product security requirements.
Monitor evolving standards and trends to proactively harden platform architecture.
Ensure architecture supports secure operations throughout the lifecycle.
Produce clear architecture specifications and design guidance for stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Extensive knowledge of SoC architecture for data center SoCs.
5+ years experience in hardware/SoC design for data centers.
2+ years experience architecting security technologies for data center products.
Strong expertise in SoC security architecture design and implementation.
Proven skills in threat modeling and developing security requirements.
Experience with secure debug, attestation, and access control primitives.

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