5G Signal Processing Systems Engineer, Sr Staff

Qualcomm

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San Diego, Ca,Us, US Posted 59 days ago $162,600–$244,000 / year
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TL;DR

Qualcomm Government Technologies is hiring a senior 5G signal processing systems engineer to join their team focused on integrating commercial Qualcomm System on Chip (SoC) processors into U.S. government applications. The role involves architecting solutions that leverage cellular (5G NR) knowledge from theory to practical implementation, including protocol expertise in the air interface and deep signal processing skills. Ideal candidates will have experience writing Matlab scripts for simulations, understanding modem architecture design versus implementation through 3GPP standards, and generating system documentation. Key responsibilities include developing simulations to assess link budget and performance tradeoffs while collaborating effectively with multi-functional engineering teams. The position requires a strong background in communication theory, proficiency in cellular signal processing, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Skills

Matlab 5G NR 3GPP PHY MAC RLC PDCP Communication Theory Signal Processing Simulink IQ Samples FIR Filters Channel Coding Error Correction Synchronization Waveform Design Link Budget Analysis Modulation Techniques System Documentation

What you'll do

  • Design solutions integrating Qualcomm SoC processors into U.S. Government applications.
  • Develop and run simulations to determine link budget, performance, and tradeoffs for 5G systems.
  • Write Matlab scripts for signal processing tasks including modulation, demodulation, and channel coding.
  • Understand cellular modem operations and write simulation code across various subsystems and layers.
  • Generate detailed system design documentation for government applications.

What we're looking for

  • Strong knowledge of cellular (5G NR) PHY/MAC/RLC/PDCP and upper layers.
  • Deep experience in cellular signal processing and proficiency in Matlab.
  • Ability to develop simulations for link budget analysis and performance evaluation.
  • Familiarity with 3GPP protocol standards, especially 5G/5G Advanced.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills for multi-functional engineering teams.

Market check

Salary context

This $162,600–$244,000 range sits above 85% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$122,750–$198,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$132,550–$191,250

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

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About Qualcomm

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