System Level Test (SLT) Automation Engineer, Senior

Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems · QA & Testing

In short

Qualcomm is seeking a Senior SLT Automation Engineer to design and maintain production-grade test software for system-level testing at scale. This role involves integrating new handlers and test platforms, supporting global partners, and contributing to the development of test executives and frameworks.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain SLT automation software, including test executive components, shared test frameworks, and reusable test libraries.
Integrate new handlers, testers, and bench stations with SLT software, and define communication interfaces and APIs.
Build universal integration interfaces for manufacturing partners to connect their automation infrastructure remotely.
Enable new test content on automated multi-site handler flows.
Provide escalation support for automation issues, drive root cause analysis, and release fixes.
Develop tools for log collection, data processing, and reporting.
Maintain technical documentation, release notes, and debug guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 2+ years of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field and 1+ year of Hardware Engineering or related work experience.
OR PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of software development experience in test automation, manufacturing test, or embedded systems.
Strong programming skills in C# / .NET, with hands-on experience in Python.
Solid software design fundamentals: object-oriented design, event-driven and multi-threaded programming, inter-process communication, and API/interface design.
Experience with test sequencers or test executives, and writing scalable, multi-site test content for SoCs.
Hands-on experience with SLT or ATE test systems and automated handler integration.
Familiarity with Android / Linux / Windows, board bring-up, and flashing (UFS / SD / SPI NOR).
Experience with source control (Perforce, Git) and software release/version management.
Strong troubleshooting skills with complex system issues.
Clear technical communication in English and the ability to work with global teams and external equipment/manufacturing partners.

Desired Qualifications

Java is a plus.
Works independently with minimal supervision.
Decision-making may affect work beyond immediate work group.
Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information.
May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
Tasks require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning, problem-solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

Benefits

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process for individuals with disabilities.
Qualcomm is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

C#.NETPythonJavaObject-Oriented DesignEvent-Driven ProgrammingMulti-threaded ProgrammingInter-process CommunicationAPI DesignTest SequencerATE Test SystemHandler IntegrationAndroidLinuxWindowsBoard Bring-upUFSSDSPI NORPerforceGitSoftware Release ManagementLog CollectionData ProcessingReporting

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