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# Principal Systems Architect Engineer - Qualcomm - Farnborough, UK OR Sophia, France

- **Company:** Qualcomm France S.a.r.l.job
- **Location:** Orpington, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 4G (Telecommunication), LTE (Telecommunication), Algorithm Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Wireless Technologies
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/principal-systems-architect-engineer-qualcomm-farnborough-uk-or-sophia-france/47808855

## About the Role

years of experience in similar positionTrack record of successful design of ASIC and SoCGood technical knowledge in DSP/HW/RF/ASIC designStrong expertise in chip architecture and dimensioning, RF/HW/SW partitioning, tradeoff management, low power designStrong experience in working with various teams, including cross cultural and offshore teamsEfficiency, commitment, leadership and charisma, customer driven, autonomy and ability to interact at all levels within the companyExperience in wireless systems, ideally in 4G/5GExcellent written and oral communications skillsREQUIRED EXPERIENCE:Engineering degree in a relevant discipline. BSc, MSc or equivalentSimulation tools such as VSS, SystemVue, MatLab4G/5G 3GPP Standards and requirementsWe are open to this role being based in our Farnborough, UK office or Sophia, France officeMinimum Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work
experience.ORMaster's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.ORPhD in Science, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail ##### or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here . Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to

## Description

Company:Qualcomm France S.A.R.L.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS EngineeringGeneral Summary:We are searching for a Principal level Systems Architect to help lead Qualcomm in the development of 4G LTE & 5G modems to address the IoT market. Working within a dynamic design team you will participate in the development of next generation 4G LTE & 5G chipsets in the IoT wireless space.RESPONSIBILITIES:You will oversee the modem architecture, providing specifications, analysis and main design choices, thanks to interaction with the teams of algorithm development, HW design, DSP/embedded SW design and platform integration.You should contribute to the definition and application of a mature process to guarantee the delivery of solutions as per global Qualcomm quality policy throughout the various teams.You will be responsible for ensuring that the technical definition of the modem will meet the product definition as set by strategy and marketing teams.PROFILE:At least 15


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