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Senior Hardware Test Engineer

Qualcomm Technologies
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/27/2026
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering

General Summary:

This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the test solutions, Bring up, debug, validation and qualification of new product functionality, and deliver test hardware, and develop test programs to validate system-in-package (SIP) products which integrates system-on-chip (SOC) and companion chips using an ATE (Automatic Test Equipment) platforms. Performs hardware/software test, characterization, device performance over process and operating conditions, and releases cost effective production test solutions into the high-volume manufacturing environment. Evaluates, characterizes and develops the manufacturing solution for leading-edge products in the most advanced processes using Design for test (DFT) and structural tests techniques. Interfaces with various cross functional teams (RF, Analog and Digital IC designers, Software, System Engineering, and Customer Engineering) to drive and incorporate the latest test solutions in the production program to improve the yield, test time, quality. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings.

Will accept a Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field.

Will also accept a Bachelor's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field and five (5) years of progressive experience in a related occupation. Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.

Pay Range: $134,883.00 - $166,900.00/year

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 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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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.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

Salary : $134,883 - $166,900

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