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But this is just the beginning. It takes inventive minds with diverse skills, backgrounds, and cultures to transform 5G's potential into world-changing technologies and products. This is the Invention Age - and this is where you come in.\nThe Central Hardware Systems (CHS) PCB CAD team designs cutting-edge printed circuit boards across Qualcomm's most strategic platforms - spanning DataCenter, Server, Connectivity, Compute, and R&D. As a Staff PCB Designer, you will be a key contributor shaping next-generation hardware from concept through fabrication, working alongside world-class electrical and mechanical engineering teams.\nKey Responsibilities\nDesign and document high-density printed circuit board (PCB) layouts that conform to manufacturing and industry standards and Qualcomm design guidelines, using supplied schematics and electrical/mechanical design constraints\nDevelop PCB layouts for a wide variety of Data Center / Server and Connectivity designs across multiple business units, including R&D, Data Center, Connectivity and Compute.\nSupport form factor accurate (FFA) test platform circuit boards requiring mastery of AI Inference and High level Compute processors, RF, radio circuits, and power control devices\nWork with micro-vias (stacked), sequential lamination stack-ups, and design rules using 0.5mm pitch and smaller packages\nCollaborate with US and India-based teams to deliver PCB design solutions for high-performance electronic assemblies\nDevelop and present PCB design trade-offs and solutions to the engineering design team for resolution and implementation\nDetermine trade-offs necessary to meet design requirements while producing high-quality, cost-effective PCBs that meet schedule objectives\nMaintain technical coordination with Engineering and Manufacturing; resolve PCB design issues with fabrication and assembly vendors\nPrepare and deliver design reviews to project teams\nContribute to process improvement initiatives, PCB and DFM checklists, and design guidelines\nCollaborate with internal PCB designers to optimize product development processes and schedule execution\nProvide direction, prioritization, and clear project task communication to team members and stakeholders\nManage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment\nMinimum Requirements\n5+ years of active experience in PCB design for high-density electronics packaging\n5+ years of experience in a PCB design role designing consumer-grade mobile products or low-volume test products utilizing latest-generation processor chips and ICs\nProficiency in Siemens/Mentor Xpedition, PADS, Altium or Cadence Allegro PCB design software\nAssociate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related technical field\nPreferred Qualifications\nTechnical Skills & Design Experience:\nExperience with RF, Analog, and high-speed digital circuit design, including: DDR2/3/4/5, HDMI, PCIe Gen5/6, SATA, 224G SerDes, MIPI, USB 2.0/3.x, and GigE\nExpert understanding and demonstrated application of PCB design principles, practices, and industry standards\nProven ability to perform complex PCB design tasks requiring in-depth knowledge of fabrication and assembly process capabilities and limitations\nExperience with EMI mitigation techniques and practices\nExperience with IDF/EMN file exchange between mechanical and hardware teams\nFamiliarity with PWB technology and process trends and their application to advanced designs\nDesign for Manufacture (DFM) analysis experience utilizing Valor and/or CAM350 tools\nSoft Skills & Collaboration\nStrong verbal and written communication skills; ability to deliver clear status reports and presentations\nEffective collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams and external suppliers via email, web meetings, and instant messaging\nAbility to understand project goals and align individual contributions accordingly\nLeadership skills to direct, prioritize, and communicate project milestones to team members\nEducation Requirements\nRequired: Associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Technology, or a related technical field\nPreferred: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering technology, or a related technical field\nAdditional Information\nThis is a full-time onsite position based in Austin, Texas\nMinimum Qualifications:\n• Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field and 7+ years of PCB layout handling or related work experience.OR\nHigh School diploma or equivalent and 9+ years of PCB layout handling or related work experience.\nQualcomm 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).\nTo 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.\nEEO 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.\nQualcomm 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.\nPay rangeand Other Compensation & Benefits :\n$57.70 - $86.50The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. 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