Engineer, Staff

Job Description

Job Posting Date

2025-09-09

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Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.

Job Summary:

8+ years experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, exposure to Python, etc.

8+ years development experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Python, etc..

8+ years professional work experience in embedded software, driver development, OS like Linux/Android/QNX any RTOS etc.

3+ years experience with low level software/ interface and debugging.

3+ years experience with industry standard software development tools: HSW/HE debuggers, code revision systems (GIT, Gerrit, Perforce), IDEs and build tools.

Experience in Secure Coding , software design and implementation levels.

Strong OS fundamentals. Linux and kernel development a strong plus

Experience with ARM architecture is added advantage.

Experience in BSP development.

Experience with low level device driver programming, boot code development

Familiar with Modern OO design practices, such as C++11/17, a plus

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and team player

Should be self motivated and self driven

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.

8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

8+ years of experience with Database Management Software.

8+ years of experience with API.

8+ year of work experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code Management System

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

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

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