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Wireless Senior Firmware Engineer

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

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In short

Qualcomm Research is seeking a Wireless Senior Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and integrate embedded software for next-generation wireless technologies, including 6G. This role involves optimizing real-time systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and staying current with emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across the full development lifecycle for technology characterization, operator trials, demos, and industry showcases.
  • Optimize performance and timing constraints in real-time embedded systems.
  • Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation, including design descriptions, architecture specifications, usage and release notes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including baseband and RF System engineers, Hardware engineers, and test/integration engineers.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to the evolution of wireless system architectures.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of working experience, or Master’s degree + 2 years of working, or PhD degree, in fields related to Embedded Software Engineering.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
  • Understanding of multi-threading, OS fundamentals.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas and work status (estimates, risks, dependencies) clearly, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work effectively across teams in a fast-paced, collaborative, and diverse software engineering environment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of wireless communication theory and systems such as 5G NR, 802.11.
  • Experience in implementing and optimizing signal processing algorithms on general purpose and heterogeneous processors including GPUs and DSPs.
  • Experience in complex software debugging and system performance optimization.
  • Experience in developing device drivers and bringing up new HW platform.
  • Aptitude to seek and adopt productivity enhancement processes/tools (AI-based & other) on top of a strong foundation of technical and programming skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Opportunity for annual RSU grants.
  • Highly competitive benefits package designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play.
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Company

Qualcomm

Job Posted

1 week ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Senior

Locations

San Diego, United States of America

Qualification

Bachelor, Master, Doctoral

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