RapidApply

← All jobs

Senior RFIC Design Engineer

Qualcomm Atheros, Inc. · Santa Clara, CA

Education
Master's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field
Experience
See posting
Wage
$148,987–$209,200 per year (from the posting)
First / last seen
2026-09-26 / 2026-10-16

Experience must include

radio frequency integrated circuitsSoC designRFIC designradio signal path analysiscircuit topology analysistransistor-level designtransceiverswireless applications4G5GWLANBT

Apply

Only apply if you genuinely want this job and meet every stated requirement. RapidApply can check your profile against the requirements and prepare a truthful application packet for you to review — nothing is sent without your approval.

Check my fit & prepare an application

Where this job is advertised

Employer careers sites (top PERM filers) employer live
first seen 2026-09-26 · posted 2026-09-17

Original posting ↗

Full posting text
Senior RFIC Design Engineer

Company:
Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.
Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > RFIC Design
General Summary:
This individual independently plans, performs the moderately-defined responsibility for the definition, design and development of complex radio frequency integrated circuits in complex SoC’s and discrete RFIC’s. Perform radio signal path and circuit topology analysis and detailed transistor-level design of highly-integrated transceivers and associated blocks for wireless applications, 4G, 5G, WLAN, BT and GPS standards using advanced process technologies. Utilize complex analysis, simulation, engineering, science and mathematical principles to compose algorithm structures to solve problems. Assess processing requirements and select devices to meet requirements. Debug and assess performance of algorithms in actual application hardware. Familiar with design in advanced CMOS nodes such as 14nm, 28 nm etc. Act 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.

Pay Range: $148,987.00 - $209,200.00/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 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).

To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
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.

Why we think this is a PERM ad (98% confidence): Rules: PERM-form signals: will_accept_degree, foreign_equivalent, mail_resume, salary_stated