Mixed Signal Design / Systems Engineer

Skip to main contentOur CompanyOur BusinessSearch for JobsJoin Talent NetworkFAQsProfileEnglishSign InSingle PositionView All JobsMixed Signal Design / Systems EngineerSanta Clara, California, United States of America +1 moreApply NowAdd to Job CartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionCompany and benefitsJob ID3094045Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Multimedia SystemsGeneral Summary:We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Systems and Mixed Signal Design Engineer to join our Fingerprint Sensor team and drive the development of innovative biometric solutions for next-generation mobile devices.The ideal candidate brings experience in mixed-signal design and system engineering, with the ability to architect and design world-class mixed-signal sensor circuitry while also performing detailed system analysis and optimization. Depending on qualifications, the role may place greater emphasis on mixed-signal design or on systems engineering.In this role, you will apply advanced CMOS mixed-signal IC design methodologies to architect and develop cutting-edge fingerprint sensor technologies, and drive circuit-level design and verification for products that push the boundaries of performance, reliability, and integration.In addition, you will analyze use cases and product requirements, and perform functional decomposition to derive system requirements for implementation in hardware and/or software. You will also conduct system analysis and simulation modeling to propose algorithmic and/or system changes that optimize performance and power.Minimum Qualifications:•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. ORMaster's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience. ORPhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. 7+ years of Mixed Signal Design and Systems Engineering or related work experience.  Experience with algorithm development, validation, and system‑level performance characterization.Familiarity with ASIC specifications, sensor physics, or module‑level design.Experience in systems engineering, preferably with sensors and integrated modulesProven ability to define architecture and integrate systems into commercial products.Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to performance in edge cases.Experience with CMOS sensor design with TFT/LTPS technologies is a plusStrong understanding of hardware/software interaction, including FW development and HW/SW co‑optimization.Hands-on experience using CADENCE, SPICE, MATLAB, Verilog/VHDL, Python and lab equivalent.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Participate or lead the definition, design and verification of advanced sensorsParticipate or drive a full‑cycle development, including system modeling, sensor pixel design, driver circuit design, and optimization across key performance metrics.Develop hardware specifications for ASICs, sensors, and module components. In addition, translates the system‑level requirements into sensor architectures, circuit specifications, and optimized sensor designs.Execute sensor circuit‑ and pixel‑level simulations using Cadence ADE/Spectre, HSPICE, MATLAB, and other industry‑standard tools to validate performance across corners and drive iterative improvements.Perform system‑level studies such as architecture exploration, fundamental physics analysis, and performance trade‑off evaluations.Develop algorithms to improve system‑level performance.Guide and review pixel‑level and block‑level layout to ensure performance, area efficiency,...