Principal Engineer/manager/director, Cad Tools & Methodology Job in Qualcomm
Principal Engineer/manager/director, Cad Tools & Methodology
- Noida, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh
- Not Disclosed
- Full-time
Job Title: Principal Engineer/Manager - CAD
General Summary:
As a global technology leader, Qualcomm is committed to driving innovation, enabling next-generation experiences, and shaping a smarter, more connected world. Our engineers work on cutting-edge technologies to design, optimize, and verify complex electronic systems, including digital, analog, RF, and optical circuits, FPGA, DSP, and advanced SoCs.
We are seeking an experienced Principal Engineer/Manager to lead our CAD team in Noida. This role involves managing a team of 20+ CAD engineers, driving the development of state-of-the-art tools, flows, and methodologies, and ensuring Qualcomm's continued success in designing the industry s most advanced SoCs on leading-edge process nodes.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Management:
- Oversee all CAD functions in Noida, covering front-end and RTL-to-GDS (RTL2GDS) tools.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team of CAD engineers.
- Collaborate with global CAD teams to define and implement best practices.
Tools, Flows & Methodologies Development:
- Drive the development and enhancement of EDA tools, workflows, and methodologies.
- Define and implement strategies to improve RTL, Design Verification (DV), synthesis, PnR, and signoff methodologies.
- Introduce innovative solutions to enhance design efficiency and quality.
Cross-Team & Vendor Collaboration:
- Act as the primary interface between Qualcomm execution teams in Noida and global stakeholders.
- Build and manage relationships with EDA vendors, ensuring alignment with Qualcomm s roadmap.
- Stay ahead of emerging industry trends and technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
Required Qualifications:
Experience:
- 15+ years of experience in CAD tool/flow/methodology development in RTL, DV, synthesis, PnR, or signoff.
- A proven track record of driving innovation in EDA tools and design methodologies.
- Previous experience managing a medium-sized team with a focus on leadership and technical mentorship.
Education:
- Preferred: Master s degree in VLSI or Computer Science.
- Minimum: Bachelor s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
Why Join Qualcomm?
- Work on groundbreaking technologies and contribute to next-generation SoCs.
- Be part of a global, highly collaborative CAD team.
- Enjoy a competitive compensation package, career growth opportunities, and professional development programs.
Qualification :
Bachelors degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science
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