Engineering Operations Analyst, Staff – CSE

Qualcomm • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Qualcomm is a global leader in wireless technology and innovation, powering the technologies that connect, compute, and transform how the world works and lives. From mobile and edge computing to AI-driven platforms, Qualcomm’s innovations enable industries and communities to operate smarter, faster, and more efficiently.
Engineering Operations plays a critical role in turning this innovation into scalable execution—providing the operational rigor, data-driven insights, and governance that allow engineering teams to focus on building world-class software and platforms. As a Staff Engineering Operations Analyst within the Central Software Engineering (CSE) organization, you will have a direct impact on how engineering teams plan, operate, and scale, influencing decisions at Qualcomm.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field.
• Associate's degree and 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data modeling.
• Prior experience with financial planning/budgeting and reporting.
• Experience with visual analytics using tools such as Tableau and basic knowledge of SQL, Cognos TM1, Databricks, n8n and/or Power BI.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, and Teams, for executive-ready communication and collaboration.
• Hands-on experience with Power Automate or similar workflow automation tools to streamline data collection, reporting, and operational processes.
• Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools (e.g., Copilot) to improve productivity, automate analysis, and enhance reporting workflows.
• Collaborative mindset with strong organizational and communication skills and effective planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Central Software Engineering (CSE) leadership to provide operational insights, analytics, and decision support across software engineering organizations.
• Monitor and manage software engineering headcount tracking, including new headcount requests, approvals, workforce planning, forecasting, and ongoing reporting.
• Leverage AI tools, Microsoft Copilot, and Microsoft applications to automate data analysis, reporting, and dashboards, reducing manual effort and improving data accuracy and timeliness.
• Support annual and quarterly planning cycles by providing data-driven analysis and scenario modeling for engineering leadership.
• Identify process gaps and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and transparency across engineering teams.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, IT, and Engineering stakeholders to ensure alignment on data definitions, processes, and reporting standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level