Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems
In short
Qualcomm is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create cutting-edge products, with a strong emphasis on C/C++ programming and embedded systems development.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, and test engineers to design system-level software solutions.
- Obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.
- Work hands-on to build embedded systems and application software.
Requirements
- 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 degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience.
- OR 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.
Desired Qualifications
- Practical experience leveraging AI code‑assist tools (e.g., Claude, Copilot) in resource‑constrained embedded software environments, including C/C++, firmware, or DSP development.
- Experience bringing creative solutions to challenging problems and working hands-on to build embedded systems and application software.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in embedded software development.
- Proficient writing code in C/C++ and familiarity with Python, shell.
- Proven experience delivering technical projects on embedded processors using an understanding of: Processor architecture/ memories. Board support and peripheral control, Embedded development and debugging tools, Operating systems (like FreeRTOS, Embedded Linux and Android).
- Experience with developing software for GNSS receivers and location-based systems.
- Experience with 3GPP location and data protocols.
- Auto grade Linux and Android systems.
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.
- Details about US benefits available via a link.
Skills
CC++PythonJavaEmbedded LinuxFreeRTOSAndroidGNSS
#Embedded Software#Software Engineering#C/C++#Python#Firmware#DSP#GNSS#3GPP
About Qualcomm
Enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected.
Enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected.\n\n
Company
QualcommJob Posted
2 weeks ago
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Salary
US$117,800–176,600 / year
Experience Level
Senior
Locations
San Diego, United States of America
Qualification
Bachelor, Master, Doctoral
Applicants
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