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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
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As a member of the Modem SW team, the #5G/6G Modem Software Engineer will design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and software for LTE, 5G-Advanced protocol stack layers, and early 6G research prototyping. The role involves developing real-time embedded software on proprietary RTOS like QuRT, implementing 3GPP-compliant features across L1/L2/L3 layers, and creating resource management algorithms using custom scripting languages for dynamic modem reconfiguration. Key responsibilities include debugging complex field issues using protocol logs and trace tools, performing performance profiling in constrained environments, and collaborating on modem bring-up. The candidate must possess strong C/C++ programming skills, a solid understanding of wireless communication principles such as OFDM and MIMO, and experience with multi-threading and memory management. This role addresses the technical challenge of delivering high-performance connectivity and AI-driven optimization for mobile and IoT devices.