**Company:** Qualcomm India Private Limited **Job Area:** Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Hardware Engineering **General Summary:** General Summary: Join Qualcomm’s Wireless IP team to design and develop cutting-edge RTL for next-generation cellular and Wi-Fi modem IPs used in mobile, wearable, and IoT platforms. You will work on high-performance, low-power digital designs across the full VLSI development cycle—from architecture and micro-architecture to RTL implementation and SoC integration. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with global teams and contribute to market-leading wireless solutions. Key Responsibilities: + Design and implement RTL for wireless modem IPs and SoC subsystems using Verilog/SystemVerilog. + Develop micro-architecture specifications and deliver high-quality, synthesizable RTL. + Integrate complex subsystems into SoC environments and support design convergence. + Collaborate with system architects, verification, SoC, software, DFT, and physical design teams. + Apply low-power design techniques including clock gating, power gating, and multi-voltage domains. + Analyze and optimize for performance, area, and power. + Ensure protocol compliance and performance of interconnects, buses (AXI, AHB, APB), and bridges. + Conduct CDC and lint checks using tools like Spyglass and resolve waivers. + Participate in post-silicon debug and bring-up activities. **Minimum Qualifications:** • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience. OR PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field. Preferred Skills & Experience: + 2–15 years of experience in digital front-end ASIC/RTL design. + Strong expertise in Verilog/SystemVerilog RTL coding and micro-architecture development. + Familiarity with wireless protocols such as IEEE 802.11 (a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be), LTE, or 5G NR is highly desirable. + Solid understanding of bus protocols (AXI, AHB, APB) and bridge logic. + Experience with wireless modem IPs or similar high-performance digital blocks is a plus. + Familiarity with low-power design methodologies and CDC handling. + Hands-on experience with tools like Spyglass, 0-in, Design Compiler, PrimeTime, and simulation environments. + Exposure to post-silicon debug and SoC integration challenges. + Strong documentation and communication skills. + Self-motivated with a collaborative mindset and ability to work with minimal supervision. 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