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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. 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. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. Job Description Senior Technical Manager – Frontend CAD/EDA Flow & Methodology Role Overview We are seeking an accomplished Senior Technical Manager – Frontend CAD/EDA to lead the development, deployment, and continuous optimization of front-end CAD/EDA methodologies across multiple SoC programs. This role will drive innovation in design automation, RTL quality, synthesis, and formal verification , while building scalable infrastructure and mentoring high-performing engineering teams. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong people leadership, and a passion for advancing CAD methodologies through AI/ML-driven automation and robust scripting frameworks. Key Responsibilities Frontend CAD/EDA Flow Architecture Architect, implement, and manage front-end CAD/EDA flows for SoC design creation and integration. Own and optimize flows including RTL linting, CDC, compilation/elaboration checks, synthesis, and formal verification . Define and enforce RTL quality standards and metrics to improve design robustness and reduce downstream issues. Automation & AI/ML Innovation Lead AI/ML-driven automation initiatives to improve design workflows, tool efficiency, and productivity. Develop predictive analytics for RTL quality, failure classification, and debug optimization . Drive continuous improvement by leveraging data-driven insights from large-scale design executions. Tool & Infrastructure Development Design and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Python, Perl, Shell scripting, and Makefiles . Ensure robust tool integration, configuration management, and flow stability across multiple programs and sites. Support design teams with reliable, high-performance CAD infrastructure. Vendor & Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with EDA vendors to evaluate, integrate, and support advanced tools and emerging methodologies. Act as a technical liaison, influencing vendor roadmaps and driving early adoption of new capabilities. Collaborate closely with design, verification, and platform teams to align CAD flows with program milestones. Technical Leadership & Problem Solving Provide deep technical leadership to resolve complex tool, flow, and infrastructure issues . Drive root cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Mentor teams to develop strong debugging, automation, and architectural skills. People & Program Leadership Lead and mentor a high-performing team of CAD/EDA engineers across multiple locations. Foster a culture of innovation, technical excellence, ownership, and agility . Manage multiple priorities across parallel SoC programs in a fast-paced environment. Qualifications Education B.E./B.Tech in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline. Master’s degree is a plus. Experience 18+ years of progressive experience in the VLSI industry , with deep expertise in frontend CAD/EDA tools, flows, and infrastructure . Proven experience leading CAD teams supporting large-scale SoC programs . Skills & Competencies Technical Expertise Deep understanding of SoC front-end design flows and EDA ecosystems . Expertise in RTL quality checks, synthesis, formal verification, and tool integration . Strong programming and scripting skills ( Python, Perl, Shell, Makefiles ). EDA Algorithm AI/ML & Automation Experience applying AI/ML techniques to CAD automation and design optimization. Strong data analysis mindset for improving flow efficiency and predictability. Leadership & Collaboration Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and vendors . Proven ability to manage complexity, scale solutions, and lead through change. What We Offer Opportunity to shape next-generation CAD/EDA methodologies for advanced SoC designs. High-impact leadership role with visibility across engineering and executive teams. Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture. 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). 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. To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies : Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. 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Company
Qualcomm India
Location
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Type
Full Time
Experience
8+ years
Posted
6 Apr 2026
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Company
Qualcomm India
Location
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Type
Full Time
Experience
8+ years
Posted
6 Apr 2026
Req ID
446714909343
Qualcomm India
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