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Senior Manager, Strategic Communications

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In short

Qualcomm is seeking a Senior Manager of Strategic Communications in San Diego to develop clear, differentiated narratives for complex technological innovations. This role requires strong technical fluency and storytelling expertise to translate engineering and product strategy into compelling stories for global audiences, focusing on areas like AI, intelligent computing, and connectivity.

Responsibilities

  • Support the evolution and operationalization of company-wide narrative architecture.
  • Monitor industry dynamics and trends to drive impactful storytelling and content development.
  • Translate technical concepts (AI, semiconductors, edge computing) into clear, audience-ready narratives.
  • Develop messaging reflecting understanding of system architecture, product capabilities, and ecosystem dynamics.
  • Create executive-level materials such as keynotes and messaging frameworks.
  • Partner with product, engineering, and technical marketing teams to ensure storytelling reflects true differentiation.
  • Build narratives that explain why the technology matters—performance, scale, efficiency, and user impact.
  • Act as a strategic communications partner to internal stakeholders across business units, marketing, and investor relations.
  • Support executive speakerships by shaping technology-forward storylines.
  • Manage multiple initiatives with precision, ensuring delivery of high-impact communication assets.
  • Apply data and insights to refine how technical stories are told and understood.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related work experience.
  • OR Associate's degree or equivalent degree and 6+ years of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related work experience.
  • OR High school Diploma or equivalent and 8+ years of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related work experience.
  • Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master’s = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to simplify complexity.
  • Strong understanding of how communications support business strategy in large, matrixed organizations.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, work cross‑functionally, and influence without authority.
  • Strong knowledge of wireless and computing industries, B2B, or innovation‑driven environments.
  • Experience supporting executive communications or high‑profile external communications.
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and fast‑moving business priorities.
  • Self starter and quick learner with out-of-the-box thinking skills.
  • Detailed-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in strategic communications, corporate communications, or related marketing roles.
  • Familiarity with AI‑enabled content workflows, measurement frameworks, or modern content operations.
  • Occasional travel to events, including some international travel.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
  • Highly competitive benefits package designed to support success at work, at home, and at play.
  • Collaborative, ambitious, and mission-driven communications team.
  • Opportunity to do meaningful work at global scale.
  • Partner with senior leaders.
  • Help define how the world understands Qualcomm.
#Strategic Communications#Technology#AI#Intelligent Computing#Connectivity#Next-Generation Platforms#Semiconductors#Edge Computing#System Architecture#Product Marketing#Investor Relations#Executive Communications#B2B#Wireless#Computing Industries
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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

2 weeks ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

San Diego, United States of America

Qualification

Bachelor, Diploma, No Formal Education

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