**Company:** Qualcomm India Private Limited **Job Area:** Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering **General Summary:** _As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all._ _If you are an experienced professional with a minimum of one year of career break and are eager to rejoin the workforce, Qualcomm’s Quantum Leap program is tailored just for you. Qualcomm is committed to creating an environment where individuals re-entering the workforce feel welcomed and excited to return. The Quantum Leap program is specifically designed for professionals who have taken a career break and are ready to restart their professional journey. Our aim is to collaborate with qualified individuals, helping them reignite their careers and build the necessary skill sets for successful roles in Engineering (Software/Hardware), IT, and Finance across India._ _The Quantum Leap Program offers qualified professionals on a career break the opportunity to:_ + _Join a team that is making a significant impact on global communication._ + _Contribute to leading assignments and projects._ + _Receive mentorship for career guidance and support._ + _Reinforce and enhance their industry skills._ _Program Criteria:_ + _A minimum of 2+ years of professional experience (not open to new graduates)._ + _Currently on a career break of at least one year._ + _Aiming to join Qualcomm full-time._ _All applicants will undergo the standard selection process defined by Qualcomm for positions in India._ _Ready to restart your career?_ **Minimum Qualifications:** • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field. _As a Qualcomm Hardware Engineer, you will plan, design, optimize, verify, and test electronic systems, bring-up yield, circuits, mechanical systems, Digital/Analog/RF/optical systems, equipment and packaging, test systems, FPGA, and/or DSP systems that launch cutting-edge, world class products._ _Qualcomm Hardware Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions and meet performance requirements. We have multiple roles in all Hardware disciplines._ **_RTL Design Engineers:_** **_2-15 years experience_** + _2+ years Hardware Engineering experience or related work experience._ + _2+ years of work experience in ASIC/SoC Design_ + _Experienced in RTL design using Verilog / System Verilog._ + _Knowledge and experience of defining HW/FW interfaces._ + _Experienced in Linting, CDC , LEC and preferably Low Power check tools._ + _Experienced in database management flows with Clearcase/Clearquest._ + _Knowledge of RTL and Gate-Level power analysis._ + _Knowledge and experience of defining HW/FW interfaces._ + _Knowledge of low power design techniques_ + _Ability to program effectively in Verilog, C/C++, Python, Perl_ **_Design Verification Engineers: 2-15 years experience_** + _Experience in unit and subsystem level verification._ + _Worked on coverage driven constraint random verification._ + _Strong in System Verilog, UVM, Test planning_ + _Sound experience in testbench (stimulus, agent, monitor, checker) development._ + _Worked in the verification having c based reference model inside the testbench_ + _Exposure in scripting (perl, Python)._ **_STA Engineers: 2-15 years experience_** + _Experience with STA on large SOC with multi-scenario timing closure._ + _Experience with Timing ECO techniques and implementation._ + _Knowledge of library cells and optimizations._ + _Familiar with circuit modeling, transistor fundamentals and worst case corner selection._ + _Solid understanding industry standard tools for synthesis, place & route and tapeout flows._ + _Good communication skills to work with different teams to accurately describe issues and follow them through for completion._ + _Experience in STA and timing closure of high-performance SOC designs in sub-micron technologies._ + _Knowledge of all aspects of timing including noise, cross-talk and others._ + _Knowledge of basic SoC architecture and HDL languages like Verilog._ **_DFT Engineers: 2-15 years experience_** + _Minimum of 2+ years experience in the area of ASIC/DFT_ + _In depth knowledge of DFT concepts_ + _In depth knowledge and hands on experience in scan insertion, ATPG, coverage analysis, Transition delay test coverage analysis_ + _Expertise in test mode timing constraints definition, knowledge in providing timing fixes/corrective actions for timing violations_ + _Expertise in scripting languages such as perl, shell, etc._ + _Experience in simulating test vectors_ + _Knowledge of equivalence check, DFT DRC rules both in RTL lint tool (like spyglass) and ATPG tool like (TK, TetraMax)_ + _Working experience in Synopsis TetraMax/DFTMax and Cadence Encounter Test is a plus_ **_Physical Design Engineers: 2-15 years experience_** + _Good hands-on experience on Floorplanning, PNR and STA flows_ + _Good knowledge on Placement/Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS), optimization, etc_ + _Good understanding on signoff domains– LEC/CLP/PDN knowledge, etc_ + _Good knowledge on Unix/Linux – Perl/TCL fundamentals/scripting_ + _PNR implementation (Floorplanning, Placement, CTS, post_route,etc) on latest nodes._ + _Signoff knowledge is mandatory (STA,Power analysis,FV, low power verification, PV,etc)_ + _Quick learner with good analytical and problem-solving skills_ **_Emulation Engineers: 2-15 years experience_** + _Hands on experience with FPGA design tools: Synplify, Vivado, XILINX ISE,_ + _Work experience in FPGA based design implementation._ + _FPGA RTL coding (Verilog/VHDL/System Verilog), FPGA constraint setup, verification, synthesis, Place and route and timing closure._ + _Hands-on experience in WIFI/Ethernet/PCIe/USB/Multimedia/UFS/ARM CPU/DDR4/LPDDR5 emulation._ + _Exposure/working experience in acceleration emulation platforms like Veloce/Palladium simulation_ + _Gate level simulation/emulation bring up_ + _Familiar with hardware schematics and Lab tools to debug._ + _Work closely with RTL Design/Validation and Software teams for bug/issue debug, support and build bring up in emulation platform._ + _Scripting/programming skill in C/C++, Tcl, Perl/Python/csh will be added advantage_ **_Pre/Post Si Validation Engineers: 2-15 years experience_** + _Experience in SoC verification/ validation._ + _System-On-Chip Pre-Silicon emulation and Post-Silicon ASIC Validation experience related to board bring up and debug_ + _Leadership quality, excellent communication, development and documentation of silicon test plans and guidelines for engineers._ + _Ability to collaborate and coordinate cross teams and sites effectively._ + _Familiarity with the following:_ + _Lauterbach Trace32 environment._ + _Experience with assembly and C programming._ + _Have hands on experience of SOC architecture, micro-processor verification, and silicon debug environment._ + _Hands on experience of processor programming and simulation._ + _Knowledge and experience with processor silicon In Circuit debuggers and design for debug techniques._ + _Knowledge and experience on how to operate advanced logic analyzers, Advanced Oscilloscopes, Protocol Analyzers and power measurement equipment's._ **_Hardware/SoC Program Managers: 8-20 years experience_** + _Supports the establishment of program goals and prioritizes deliverables under minimal supervision of Program Management stakeholders._ + _Manages and takes responsibility for multiple small programs/technology with minimal complexity or a single program/technology with moderate complexity by applying up-to-date program management knowledge to meet deadlines._ + _Builds and manages the execution of the Plan of Record (e.g., on time, on budget, within scope) for multiple small programs or a single medium sized program, which includes schedule and resource forecasting, stakeholder identification, method and frequency of communication, scope, and prioritization._ + _Tracks all key metrics pertaining to a program, provides early warning for potential metric deviations and escalates in timely manner when metrics deviate significantly from Plan of Record._ + _Coordinates the work of a small team on assigned tasks with guidance and maintains progress in tracking system._ + _Identifies program issues/risks and creates a risk mitigation plan for multiple small programs or a single medium-sized program. Maintains and updates the risk tracker._ + _Supports team vision and objectives by motivating team._ + _Supports the compliance of processes by following best practices and procedures and providing observations for process improvement_ _Location:_ **_Hyderabad/Bangalore/Chennai/Noida_** **Applicants** : 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 (https://qualcomm.service-now.com/hrpublic?id=hr\_public\_article\_view&sysparm\_article=KB0039028) . 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. 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