Senior Automotive Software Test

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$111,300–$166,900 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Dec 22, 2026

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This role $139k
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This role pays less than 65% of similar roles. Most pay $128,825–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $139k versus about $161k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · Senior Automotive Software Test

Join Qualcomm Technologies as a Senior Software Engineer on the Snapdragon Digital Chassis team, focusing on advanced driver-assistance systems and autonomous driving technologies. You will work in a fast-paced environment developing and validating software for automotive applications using Linux, QNX, Android, and other multimedia platforms. Your daily tasks include designing test cases, automating tests with C/C++ and Python, and collaborating across functions to ensure compliance with functional safety standards. Ideal candidates have experience in HIL and SIL testing methodologies, as well as a background in IVI, ADAS, and AD features. Knowledge of AUTOSAR fundamentals is beneficial, along with expertise in multimedia, computer vision, and AI technologies.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute automated test cases for automotive software using C/C++ and Python.
  • Design and validate test plans for Linux, QNX, Android, multimedia, kernels, and device drivers.
  • Analyze and debug complex issues in embedded systems using HIL and SIL methodologies.
  • Create and report bugs, ensuring timely testing of bug fixes in a fast-paced environment.
  • Enhance software process improvement initiatives within the automotive domain.

What we're looking for

  • 3+ years of software development experience in Linux, QNX, Android, multimedia, kernels, and device drivers.
  • Strong automation skills with test case development using C/C++ and Python.
  • Experience in creating and executing manual and automated test plans.
  • Proficiency in debugging, problem-solving, and reporting bugs.
  • Knowledge of AUTOSAR fundamentals (BSD, CDD) is preferred.
  • Familiarity with HIL and SIL test methodologies for embedded systems.

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