Qualcomm

IT Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Architect

Qualcomm • $124K — $186K *
San Diego, CA 92154In-Person
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-6 years in M&A integration, IT architecture, or business process transformation in a global setting.
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field or 8+ years of experience instead.
  • Proficient with Public Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud.
  • Experience with enterprise SaaS tools.
  • Track record of leading successful M&A integrations, preferably in tech sectors like Semiconductor or AI.
  • Strong project management capabilities across large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design of M&A integration strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Act as an architect and expert on technology and business process integrations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to clarify integration requirements and risks.
  • Develop and maintain detailed integration roadmaps and playbooks.
  • Conduct due diligence to evaluate technology and organizational fit pre-deal.
  • Establish systems integration strategy to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Create integration KPIs and report progress to leadership.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting work-life balance.
  • Focus on employee success at work, home, and play.
Full Job Description
Job Area:
Information Technology Group, Information Technology Group > IT Architect

General Summary:

Qualcomm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Architect to join the Office of the CIO (OCIO) M&A Team. The IT M&A Architect will play a critical role in the successful integration of acquired entities into Qualcomm. This role involves strategizing, planning, and establishing the integration roadmap across business processes, technology, and culture to deliver seamless transitions and maximize value from M&A transactions.

This role requires full-time onsite work in San Diego, CA (5 days per week).

**This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.**

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Lead and own the design of integration strategies for M&A projects, ensuring alignment with Qualcomm business objectives and growth plans.
  • Serve as an architect and subject matter expert for technology and business process integrations related to M&A transactions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as CorpDev, Engineering, Finance, HR, IMO, IT, and Legal to identify integration requirements, risks, and dependencies.
  • Develop and maintain detailed integration roadmaps and playbooks for acquired entities.
  • Conduct due diligence assessments to evaluate technology, process, and organizational fit prior to deal sign and close
  • Establish and own systems integration strategy and contribute to process harmonization efforts to ensure business continuity and operational efficiency.
  • Establish integration KPIs, reporting progress and issues to executive leadership.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with integration
  • Own and continuously improve M&A integration methodologies, tools, and best practices.


Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in M&A integration, IT architecture, or business process transformation within a large, global organization.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. Or 8+ years in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience with Public Cloud Providers (AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform)
  • Experience with SaaS Services/Tools used by enterprises
  • Proven track record of leading successful M&A integrations, preferably in the Semiconductor, AI, Automotive, Datacenter, or IoT sectors
  • Strong understanding of engineering/enterprise IT systems, business process mapping, and data governance.
  • Excellent project management skills, with experience participating in multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Experience with cultural integration and change management in multi-national environments.
  • Self-starter, organized, and detail oriented
  • Ability to work independently with little guidance and supervision
  • Ability to travel internationally as required.
  • Ability to take responsibility for own work and make decisions that do not negatively impact company operations
  • Ability to prioritize and effectively handle shifting priorities
  • Ability to collaborate with all domains within IT while keeping focus on M&A success
  • Represent the OCIO IT M&A Team in C-Level executive forums and cross-functional meetings
  • Ability to effectively communicate with VP level executives and influence decisions for M&A success
  • Ability to manage changing schedules, including meetings and activities with global team members.
  • Possess excellent written and verbal abilities.
  • Possess a creative problem-solving mindset


Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$124,000.00 - $186,000.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

About Qualcomm

Qualcomm Ventures is the investment arm of Qualcomm Incorporated. Founded in 2000, Qualcomm Ventures is a corporate venture capital fund with over 150 active portfolio companies and more than 20 exits over a billion dollars, including 99 Taxis, Cruise Automation, Fitbit, Invensense, NQ Mobile, Waze, and more. As a global investor, Qualcomm Ventures helps connect entrepreneurs to the resources, relationships, and deep industry expertise they need to succeed in the mobile technology ecosystem.

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Joining Qualcomm offers more than just a job opportunity; it's a gateway to a career infused with innovation, leadership, and growth. As a pivotal leader in the world of wireless technology, Qualcomm stands at the forefront of digital communication advancements. Our team of professionals is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible, making this an ideal time to become part of our global community.

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Learn more about Qualcomm
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$122.5 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.7 billion
Founded
1985
5 Year Trend
+14.7%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
NASDAQ
QCOM
* Ladders Estimates

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