**Role & seniority: ** ASIC/Hardware Design Verification Engineer, 6+ yrs (BS) / 5+ yrs (MS) / 4+ yrs (PhD); Hexagon DSP AI verification team.

**Stack/tools: ** C/C++ and/or Python for verification; random test generation; computer architecture/embedded systems knowledge; (no specific EDA tools listed).

**Top 3 responsibilities: **

Verify high-speed CPU/GPU/DSP hardware designs using random test generation methodologies.
Develop/execute verification plans and quality-focused verification strategies.
Debug integration/validation issues and contribute to problem solving in a fast-moving hardware team.
Must-have skills:
- 3+ years design verification methods experience.
- 3+ years programming experience (C, C++, Python) and understanding of computer architecture/embedded systems.
- 3+ years experience with high-performance microprocessor design.
- Strong background in ASIC verification/validation/integration (total required years per degree).
Nice-to-haves:
- 3+ years experience specifically tied to CPU/GPU/DSP verification.
- Evidence of growing toward leadership (stated as a growth interest).
Location & work type: Qualcomm Hexagon DSP AI team (US role pay range shown: $174,400–$261,600); work model not specified (no remote/hybrid details provided).

Full Description

Company

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering

General Summary

Bring your verification skills to a fast-moving, high-value team within Qualcomm. Qualcomm's Hexagon DSP AI team has a hardware Design Verification position available now. We are looking for a self-driven person with a strong background verifying high speed CPU/GPU/DSP designs using random test generation methodologies, with a passion for quality. If you want a challenging environment where you can apply exceptional problem solving skills to create innovative solutions to difficult problems and are interested in growing into a leadership position this could be the job for you.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.

Preferred Requirements

3+ year of experience in design verification methods 3+ years of experience with programming (e.g., C, C++, Python), computer architecture, or embedded systems 3+ years of experience with high-performance microprocessor design Masters or Doctorate - Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineeringsks effectively. Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$174,400.00 - $261,600.00
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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