Job Information
Qualcomm Power Integrity Engineer in San Diego, California
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering
General Summary:
Qualcomm Data Center team is developing High performance, Energy efficient server solution for data center applications. We are looking for highly talented, innovative, teamwork-oriented individuals for our cutting-edge technology work!
Our Mission
We are dedicated to transforming the industry by reimagining silicon and developing next-generation computing platforms. By joining our team, you’ll collaborate with world-class engineers to create innovative solutions that push the limits of performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. Our focus is on developing reference platforms based on Qualcomm's Snapdragon SoC, delivering a comprehensive solution that includes hardware, software, reference designs, user guides, SDKs, and more.
Position: Power Integrity Engineer
As an experienced Power Integrity Engineer (individual contributor), you will work closely with the platform team and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software, firmware, packaging, product management, and component suppliers. You will lead the definition, analysis, and verification of end-to-end power integrity (PI) solutions from die to system level—establishing droop targets, designing and implementing the power distribution network (PDN), and validating PDN quality through lab measurements.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with SoC, firmware/software, packaging, and system design teams to define and implement power architectures that meet internal and customer requirements.
Perform PDN modeling, simulation, and characterization for SoC, package, PCB, and VRs.
Develop and provide implementation guidelines.
Conduct model-to-hardware correlation.
Define module interfaces and formats for simulation and customer guidelines.
Lead PI model creation, simulation, and final design development.
Streamline and automate design and analysis workflows.
Prepare and present technical documentation and reports to stakeholders, including engineering teams, senior management, customers, and suppliers.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering with a focus on Power Integrity (PI).
6+ years of experience in PI analysis, simulation, and PDN measurements.
Strong understanding of PI fundamentals, power supply architectures, voltage regulator technologies, chip supply design, and PDNs.
Experience developing PI methodologies and PDN modeling from die to system, with lab validation.
Proficiency in PI simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS SIwave and Cadence Sigrity).
Hands-on experience creating complex PI models and simulations.
Proficiency with Unix/Linux environments and EDA tools using scripting.
Knowledge of packaging and PCB technologies, design, and manufacturing processes.
Familiarity with 2.5D/3D packaging technologies, including CoWoS, InFo, EMIB, and RDL.
Hands-on experience in electrical validation and compliance testing tools (VNAs, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, TDR, differential probes).
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment.
Strong technical documentation skills and excellent written and verbal communication.
Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering, specializing in PI.
10+ years of experience in PI analysis, simulation, and PDN measurements.
Strong knowledge of voltage regulator (VR) design principles and system-level performance.
Expertise in computational electromagnetics and transmission line theory.
Experience with package and PCB design tools (e.g., Cadence Allegro).
Proficiency in scripting languages (MATLAB, Perl, Python).
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :
$192,600.00 - $330,400.00
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link .
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EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification