Write scripts and utilities in Python, SKILL, TCL and Perl to support design teams and automate AMS design and custom layout tasks
What You'll Need
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science or a related field
Hands-on custom layout experience in Cadence Virtuoso or Synopsys Custom Compiler, including running and debugging DRC/LVS
Coding experience, preferably in Python, and comfort working in Linux
Interest in using AI and automation to improve design workflows
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Strong problem-solving skills and great attention to detail
Willingness to learn new knowledge and skills
Optional Preferred Skills
Cadence SKILL programming or Synopsys Custom Compiler TCL/Python APIs
Experience with PDK setup, QA or development
Experience with AMS simulation (e.g., Spectre, PrimeSim, HSPICE) and environments like ADE or PrimeWave
Hands-on use of AI coding agents (e.g., Claude Code, Codex), or experience building LLM-based tools or agents
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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits
$90,100.00 - $135,100.00
The 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. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer.
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