Engineer - BT Protocol FW

1 Day ago • 2 Years +

Software Development & Engineering

Job Description

The BDC BT firmware team is seeking an adaptable, enthusiastic, and reliable individual for their BT controller firmware development team in Bangalore. The role involves designing and developing standard-defined (BT-SIG) and proprietary features in Bluetooth controller firmware, maintaining it for mobile, IoT, wearable, and hearable products. The successful applicant will also analyze and support bug fixes throughout the project lifecycle, communicate status, and debug software and hardware issues, collaborating with global teams to optimize solutions.

Good To Have:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics or Computer Science from an internationally recognized institution
At least 3-5 years’ experience in embedded SW development using the C programming language for Wireless connectivity products
Master’s Degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an internationally recognized institution
Experience in developing features for Bluetooth controller
Knowledge of Radio fundamentals especially Bluetooth or WiFi
Knowledge of Bluetooth sniffer tools, analysis of air traces and logs, usage of embedded debuggers
Work experience with ASIC emulators
Python scripting
Self-motivated, open minded, adaptable team player
Comfortable with taking responsibility for their deliverables

Must Have:

Design and development of standard defined (BT-SIG) and proprietary features in Bluetooth controller firmware
Analysis and support bug fixes through the lifecycle of the project from ROM development to Customer Sampling (CS)
Communication of status/bugs/issues to leads
Software and hardware debug of issues
Working with colleagues across geos and teams to optimize solutions
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience (or Master's with 1+ year, or PhD)
2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.
Proficient C programming skills and extensive embedded development experience, in the wireless communications area
Experience working on BT upper or lower stacks and good understanding of BT controller specifications

Perks:

Qualcomm offers a world-class health benefit option providing world-class coverage to employees and their eligible dependents.
Our programs are designed to help employees build and prepare for a financially secure future.
Our self and family resources help you build emotional/mental strength and resilience, as well as define your purpose — in life and at work.
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Access to continuous learning and development programs
Tuition reimbursement
Mentorships

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Job Posting Date

2025-10-25

Company:

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Job Overview - Dept Description and Job Duties: The BDC BT firmware team are looking for an adaptable, enthusiastic, and reliable individual to form an integral part of our BT controller firmware development team in Bangalore. The team develops complex new features and maintains Bluetooth controller firmware for products across the Mobile, IoT, wearable and hearable businesses. The team interfaces with the BT test, host, audio, and application development teams. The Team plays a pivotal role in developing complex BT features for the company’s Connectivity products in accordance with the BT SIG specifications and custom product requirements. Working within our team provides a unique opportunity to work across engineering disciplines from higher layer software to low-level hardware. Typical tasks for the successful applicant would include:

Design and development of standard defined (BT-SIG) and proprietary features in Bluetooth controller firmware
Analysis and support bug fixes through the lifecycle of the project from ROM development to Customer Sampling (CS)
Communication of status/bugs/issues to leads
Software and hardware debug of issues
Working with colleagues across geos and teams to optimize solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics or Computer Science from an internationally recognized institution.
At least 3-5 years’ experience in embedded SW development using the C programming language for Wireless connectivity products.
Master’s Degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an internationally recognized institution
Experience in developing features for Bluetooth controller

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Proficient C programming skills and extensive embedded development experience, in the wireless communications area
Experience working on BT upper or lower stacks and good understanding of BT controller specifications.
Good to have knowledge of Radio fundamentals especially Bluetooth or WiFi
Knowledge of Bluetooth sniffer tools, analysis of air traces and logs, usage of embedded debuggers.
Work experience with ASIC emulators a plus
Python scripting is a bonus
Self-motivated, open minded, adaptable team player
Comfortable with taking responsibility for their deliverables

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