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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
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The Sr. Director - Engineering joins the Mobile Chipset PE, MDM & MSM team to lead the development of state-of-the-art application processor and modem chipsets. This role involves overseeing the entire product lifecycle from initial concept to commercialization, ensuring that hardware, software, and firmware components function correctly. Key responsibilities include managing schedules, costs, and requirements while resolving complex engineering issues across subsystems. The successful candidate will influence new verification methodologies for power, performance, and reliability KPIs. Required expertise includes semiconductor product development, system design, architecture, hardware validation, and software development. The role requires technical leadership to manage budgets and performance standards for components like PMICs, transceivers, and RF front ends to ensure the on-time launch of customer devices.
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