Modem System Test Engineer, 6G/5G Air Interface
Qualcomm
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This role pays less than 92% of similar roles. Most pay $146,112–$208,250 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $117k versus about $177k for comparable roles.
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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
Qualcomm currently has 580 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $147,900–$218,400 across 557 roles with salary data.
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The 5G/6G System Integration & Test Engineer joins the Cellular System Test Engineering group to develop and execute protocol test plans for next-generation cellular technologies. This role involves validating 5G NR Standalone and Non-Standalone protocols as well as early 6G layers, specifically focusing on L1, L2, and L3. You will debug complex signaling across NAS, RRC, PDCP, RLC, and MAC layers while ensuring compliance with 3GPP standards from Release 15 through 18. Key responsibilities include designing test plans, analyzing air interface logs, and creating Python scripts for test automation. Required skills include proficiency with QXDM, QCAT, and Wireshark, alongside a deep understanding of 3GPP protocols. The work focuses on resolving critical defects and turning evolving standards into actionable test cases for mobile chipsets.
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