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Server SoC Security Architect

qualcomm
San Diego, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 May 2026
💰 $246,000/yr($164,000/yr$246,000/yr)

About the role


Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering

General Summary:

Qualcomm is at the forefront of data center revolution, addressing the rising demands of the next generation of computing. Through groundbreaking advancements in general-purpose computing, AI acceleration, and networking technologies, we are reshaping data center design to deliver high-performance and energy-efficient solutions. We are looking for highly talented, innovative, teamwork-oriented individuals for our cutting-edge technology work! 

Our Mission
We are dedicated to transforming the industry by reimagining silicon and developing next-generation computing platforms. By joining our team, you’ll collaborate with world-class engineers to create innovative solutions that push the limits of performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. Our focus is on developing reference platforms based on Qualcomm's Snapdragon SoC, delivering a comprehensive solution that includes hardware, software, reference designs, user guides, SDKs, and more.

Position: Server SoC Security Architect

In this position you will join the team responsible for the security architecture of Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. The team works at a system level spanning across hardware, software and infrastructure while striving for industry-leading solutions. This team interacts with product management, customers (e.g., OEMs), partners, HW/SW engineering and Services engineering teams to find the optimal Security solution. Snapdragon processors are utilized in a variety of devices, including mobile phones, laptops, automotive systems and data centers, each with distinct security needs. These processors are engineered to address most of these requirements, encompassing a wide range of security technologies found in consumer electronics, such as Root of Trust, Integrated Secure Element, Virtualization, and Confidential Compute.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years industry experience in SoC Security encompassing both architecture and design
  • 5+ years industry experience in Compute and/or Data Center SoC Architecture
  • Demonstrated expertise in Security Technologies (Root of Trust, TEE, Access Control, I/O Security, SoC/HW Isolation)
  • Proficient in Confidential Compute Architecture (RME, TDX, SEV-SNP, RISCV CoVE, TDISP)
  • Strong understanding of Security Software Architecture for Compute and Data Centers, with a focus on Secure Boot.
  • Skilled in HW/SW threat analysis
  • Strong capabilities in creating and presenting architecture-level documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient in isolation-related extensions and associated SoC impact (TZ, Virtualization &RME)
  • Extensive knowledge of Server Platform security architecture covering lifecycle/debug management, provisioning, attestation/measurement.
  • Expertise in Applied Cryptography and Protocols.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Leadership and management experience at the project level

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish system security requirements (both hardware and software) for Server SoC focusing on functionality, performance, and security levels.
  • Specify and review the architecture and implementation of System/SoC level security mechanisms.
  • Conduct platform security threat analysis.
  • Perform competitive analysis of security systems and features
  • Explore future and roadmap server security-related technologies.
  • Serve as the technical interface to product management and standards teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 6+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of ASIC design, verification, validation, integration, or related work experience.
OR
PhD 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. 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 disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found 

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