Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Qualcomm is hiring a Senior Technical Standards contributor for its Systems Engineering organization. The role focuses on RISC-V CPU architecture, processor compliance, modeling and verification, industry standards development, strategic standards planning, external representation, and patent support.
Responsibilities
Understanding semiconductor industry landscapes and domestic and international competitors' strength and weakness
Working with internal partners to identify existing and emerging standards for Qualcomm to focus on
Working with external partners in developing and promoting standards
Helping formulate, maintain and execute on Qualcomm’s strategy for semiconductor standards
Working with attorneys to file patents that protect the novel IP aspects of any inventions
Skills
RISC-V ISA, processor architecture, microarchitecture and standards knowledge and experience is a must
Experience with processor core and system compliance certification, modeling and verification are required
Master's degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
3+ years ASIC design, verification, or related work experience
Strong networking and influencing skills
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Systems Engineering or related work experience
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
System firmware and kernel knowledge are highly desirable
Legacy architecture knowledge is a plus
Understanding of semiconductor technologies
Understanding of international semiconductor landscapes and strategic incentives of major players
Semiconductor development experience, including architecture, design, implementation, verification, validation, manufacturing, silicon qualification, etc
Familiarity with Electronic Design Automation (EDA)
Understanding of open-source licensing models and open-source development ecosystems
Familiarity with Qualcomm semiconductor products and technologies is a plus
Experience with or network of contacts in research and academic community is a plus
Strong documentation, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
1+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership
1+ years in a technical leadership role
1+ years of experience with semiconductor standards organizations and forums, such as RISC-V, RISE, OCP, CHIPS Alliance, JEDEC, UEFI, Accellera, Si2, SEMI, ISO, IEC, IEEE, INCITS, GSA, SIA, IMEC, SRC
2+ years CPU design, CPU modeling, or CPU test experience
Doctorate's, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Benefits
Competitive annual discretionary bonus program
Opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus)
Competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play
Company Overview
Qualcomm designs wireless technologies and semiconductors that power connectivity, communication, and smart devices. It was founded in 1985, and is headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is
Company H1B Sponsorship
Qualcomm has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 702 in 2026, 2013 in 2025, 1910 in 2024, 3216 in 2023, 2885 in 2022, 2104 in 2021, 1181 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
