Sensor System Design / Systems Engineer

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems

In short

Qualcomm is looking for a Systems Engineer to join their Fingerprint Sensor team in Santa Clara, CA. The role focuses on developing innovative biometric solutions for next-generation mobile devices, involving system-level analysis, algorithm development, and hardware/software optimization. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into high-volume consumer products.

Responsibilities

Architect and define end-to-end system solutions for next-generation fingerprint sensing technologies.
Define system integration requirements across diverse sensor applications and product platforms.
Optimize hardware/software interfaces and drive schemes to enhance overall system performance and efficiency.
Lead algorithm development and validation by integrating sensor physics with advanced data analysis.
Develop hardware specifications for ASICs, sensors, and module-level components.
Characterize and optimize system performance under edge and corner conditions through firmware development, testing, and iteration.
Perform system-level verification and validation to ensure reliability, scalability, and production readiness.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, firmware, and product engineering).
Prepare clear technical documentation, design descriptions, and test materials.
Supports design reviews for platform development and evaluates system performance.
Identifies issues or patterns related to systems-level software and hardware design and makes recommendations for new technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.
OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of 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 modules.
Proven ability to define architecture and integrate systems into commercial products.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to performance in edge cases.
Strong 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.

Desired 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 CMOS sensor design with TFT/LTPS technologies is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.

Skills

System engineeringAlgorithm developmentFirmware developmentHardware specificationsASICSensorsData analysisCMOS sensor designTFT/LTPS technologiesHardware/software interactionCADENCESPICEMATLABVerilogVHDLPython

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