Systems Engineer, Staff - Qualcomm, Linkoping

1 Day ago • 4 Years +

System Design

Job Description

Qualcomm is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer for its Automotive Perception organization in Linkoping, Sweden. This role involves researching, designing, developing, simulating, and validating systems-level software, hardware, architecture, algorithms, and solutions. The engineer will ensure requirements and designs comply with relevant standards, collaborate with stakeholders on system design, integration, testing, safety, and security, and contribute to process improvements within a cross-functional team.

Good To Have:

Knowledge and experience within the field of systems engineering, e.g. requirements management and system architectural design.
Ability to communicate effectively and present complex ideas to peers, management, and customers.
Good ability to shift between abstraction layers in a system.
Experience in software quality and processes.
Experience in software engineering (especially embedded software).
Good technical leadership, planning and organization/control skills.
Good risk management skills, weighing development effort against added value.
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
Experience in automotive and standards related to automotive (ISO26262 and/or ISO21434).
Industry experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Sr. Staff level and above).

Must Have:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, partners, and customers on requirements, system design, architecture, integration, testing, safety, and security compliance.
Participate in technical investigations.
Enhance effectiveness by improving ways of working and processes.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience, OR Master's degree and 5+ years, OR PhD and 4+ years.
3+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python.

Perks:

A work environment that fosters personal growth and an innovative mindset.
A culture that embodies respect, openness, and courage.
A workplace driven by a passion for delivering on customer promises and excellence in our way of working.
A global environment where colleagues and customers span across the world.
A competitive compensation and benefits package.
An equal opportunity employer that supports workforce diversity.
World-class health benefit options providing world-class coverage to employees and their eligible dependents.
Programs designed to help employees build and prepare for a financially secure future.
Self and family resources to help build emotional/mental strength and resilience, as well as define purpose.
Wellbeing programs and resources to help employees Live+Well and Work+Well.
Continuous learning and development programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Mentorships.

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Job Posting Date

2025-10-02

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Company:

Qualcomm Auto Ltd Sweden Filial

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

Job Overview:

Qualcomm, a leading technology innovator, pushes the boundaries of possibility to enable next-generation experiences and drive digital transformation, creating a smarter, connected future for all.

As a Qualcomm Systems Engineer, you will research, design, develop, simulate, and/or validate systems-level software, hardware, architecture, algorithms, and solutions that enable the development of cutting-edge technology.

Responsibilities for this position include:

We are seeking additional systems engineering expertise for our Automotive Perception organization to ensure that requirements and designs are methodically described at all applicable levels and comply with relevant standards.

In our cross-functional environment you will work closely with colleagues with various competences (e.g. software development, functional safety, cyber security, software/systems architecture) and contribute to areas such as the following:

Collaborate with internal stakeholders, partners, and customers on requirements, system design, architecture, integration, testing, safety, and security compliance
Participate in technical investigations
Enhance our effectiveness by improving our ways of working and processes

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 5+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

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

Job Profile Summary (Preferred Qualifications):

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 10+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.

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

In addition, the more of the following that is applicable, the better:

Knowledge and experience within the field of systems engineering, e.g. requirements management and system architectural design
Ability to communicate effectively and present complex ideas to peers, management, and customers
Good ability to shift between abstraction layers in a system
Experience in software quality and processes
Experience in software engineering (especially embedded software)
Good technical leadership, planning and organization/control skills
Good risk management skills, weighing development effort against added value
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
Experience in automotive and standards related to automotive (ISO26262 and/or ISO21434)
Industry experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Sr. Staff level and above)

We offer:

A work environment that fosters personal growth and an innovative mindset
A culture that embodies respect, openness, and courage
A workplace driven by a passion for delivering on customer promises and excellence in our way of working
A global environment where colleagues and customers span across the world
A competitive compensation and benefits package
An equal opportunity employer that supports workforce diversity

You will join a highly motivated and experienced team working together from multiple locations around the world.

We look forward to receiving your application!

*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

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