Hardware Board Design Engineer

Qualcomm•Santa Clara, CA

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
8+ years of experience in server or high‑performance compute hardware design.
Strong experience with PCIe, DDR, Ethernet, SerDes, and management interfaces.
Expertise in SIPI, PDN, thermal design, EMI, and compliance requirements.
Hands‑on experience with lab debug tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers).
Proven ability to independently drive hardware execution.
Strong technical documentation skills and excellent written and verbal communication.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
10+ years of platform‑level hardware ownership.
Experience working as a board lead / execution lead alongside a system architect.
FPGA/PLD bring‑up and debug experience.
Working knowledge of Python, TCL, or PERL for debug and automation.

Responsibilities

Own end‑to‑end board execution from concept through EVT/DVT/PVT and production.
Work closely with the platform/system architect to translate architecture into board‑level implementation.
Provide early feedback on feasibility, risks, cost, schedule, and implementation tradeoffs.
Lead schematic capture using OrCAD and manage PCB layout using Cadence Allegro.
Design high‑speed, high‑power, dense, multi‑layer server PCBs.
Drive cross‑functional execution with SIPI, SoC, firmware, software, packaging, validation, and manufacturing teams.
Lead board bring‑up and debug activities.
Support functional validation and assist in issues triage and root‑cause analysis.
Support manufacturing ramp, factory bring‑up, board spins, and ECO validation.
Prepare and present technical documentation and execution status to stakeholders.