HBM PHY System Architect (San Diego, US)

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS EngineeringGeneral Summary:QCT mixed-signal IP design team is looking for skilled system architects to design high-speed, high-performance, and low-power HBM Phys. You’ll help with system definition, architecture, and end-end design cycle - starting from early ideas all the way to final chip production and validation.Responsibilities :Own the HBM PHY architecture and system definition, driving end-to-end solutions that meet performance, power, area, and reliability targets.Develop and manage system timing budgets across on-die, and off-chip interfaces, ensuring robust operation across all conditions.Lead cross-functional architectural trade-offs and execution, working closely with SoC, memory, package, and validation teams.Deliver best-in-class HBM PHY solutions through technical leadership, innovation, and alignment with product roadmap requirements.Required for this Role:5+ years of experience in HBM PHY architecture and design for high-performance memory interfaces.Strong understanding of JEDEC memory standards (HBM, LPDDR, DDR) and their application to PHY architecture and design.Expertise in link budgeting, timing closure, margin analysis, and PHY training methodologies for high-speed interfaces.Proven ability to drive technical discussions and collaborate effectively across cross-functional and globally distributed teams.Preferred Qualifications:Familiarity with signal integrity (SI), power integrity (PI), package effects, and power delivery networks for high-speed memory systems.Knowledge of advanced process technologies, mixed-signal design principles, and high-speed interface implementation.Understanding of design-for-yield, manufacturability, and production challenges associated with high-speed memory links.Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments and scripting languages such as Perl, TCL, or Python for automation and analysis.KeywordsHBM, DDR, DRAM, PHY, high-speed interface, signal integrity, power integrity.Educational RequirementsRequired: Bachelor's, Electrical EngineeringPreferred: Master's, Electrical EngineeringMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.ORMaster's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.ORPhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :$164,000.00 - $246,000.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. 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