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About the Role

The Qualcomm Data Center AI System Hardware and Validation Engineering team develops rack-level AI inference solutions for next-generation, liquid-cooled data centers. Experienced Technical Leads are sought to deliver the next wave of innovative AI products. As a System Hardware and Validation Technical Lead, you will partner with SoC, software/firmware, rack-level system design, and manufacturing teams. Collaborating closely with peer leads, you will ensure program activities are well planned, tracked, and executed against phase-gate milestones from concept through production.

Responsibilities

Lead execution for next-generation Qualcomm rack-scale designs within a matrixed organization spanning multiple teams and global sites.
Define and manage requirements, scope, schedules, and deliverables in alignment with engineering teams, partners, and stakeholders.
Own rack-level integration plans across compute nodes/accelerators, PCIe fabrics, networking, storage, power delivery, cooling, and rack management/telemetry.
Drive firmware/software/hardware co-design execution, aligning BIOS/BMC/Redfish/telemetry requirements with hardware schedules and validation gates.
Lead cross-functional design reviews and readiness reviews (architecture, schematic/layout, SI/PI, thermal, mechanical, firmware, manufacturing), and close actions to schedule.
Coordinate platform-level debug and instrumentation (telemetry, logging, health monitoring) to accelerate failure analysis and improve observability.
Establish and run triage mechanisms (issue intake, prioritization, defect metrics) and drive issues to root cause, corrective action, and verified closure.
Define and track program-level KPIs (schedule health, build quality, defect trends, coverage, yield, reliability) and publish executive dashboards and weekly program reviews.
Identify program risks, drive mitigation plans, and manage scope changes while proactively communicating status and decisions to stakeholders.

Requirements

Master’s degree in computer science/engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in systems or hardware engineering, hardware project lifecycle management, and technical product/program management.
Experience with rack level systems and components.
Proven experience collaborating with technical teams to develop systems, solutions, and products.
Experience managing technical programs across cross-functional teams, establishing processes, and coordinating release schedules, and working in large, matrixed organizations.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, JIRA/Confluence, and other defect-tracking tools.
Persuasive communication, organizational, coordination, multi-tasking, and documentation skills.
Experience with server technologies, including board design, SIPI, thermal and mechanical aspects, BIOS, BMC, and networking.
Familiarity with Agile methods and practices.
Experience working with CMs, OEMs, ODMs, and suppliers in product development.
Strong cross-functional communication skills, with experience managing complex program lifecycles, building sustainable processes, and coordinating release schedules.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.

Skills

Systems engineering
Hardware engineering
Hardware project lifecycle management
Technical product management
Technical program management
Rack level systems
Cross-functional team collaboration
Microsoft Office applications
SharePoint
JIRA/Confluence
Defect tracking tools
Server technologies
Board design
SIPI
Thermal aspects
Mechanical aspects
BIOS
BMC
Networking
Agile methods
CM management
OEM management
ODM management
Supplier management
Cross-functional communication
Program lifecycle management
Process building
Release schedule coordination

Location

Global sites

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

8+ years of experience
6+ years of experience
5+ years of experience
4+ years of experience

Education Level

Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
PhD

Salary/Compensations

$169,800.00 - $254,600.00

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants
Highly competitive benefits package

About the Company

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is a company that develops rack-level AI inference solutions for next-generation, liquid-cooled data centers.

Equal Opportunity

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.
Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities during the application/hiring process.
Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.