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Santa Clara, CA
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25 days ago
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Nov 8, 2026
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Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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As a Staff Software Engineer at Qualcomm Atheros, Inc., you will join the Networking and Wireless Solutions team to lead the development of high-performance data path solutions for embedded systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities include architecting complex packet processing systems, optimizing Linux kernel networking subsystems such as Ethernet drivers and PHY drivers, and implementing robust support for network tunneling protocols like GRE, L2TP, IPsec, VxLAN, MAP-T/E, and CAPWAP. You will also design efficient communication interfaces between user space and kernel space, integrate advanced networking features into the ecosystem, and mentor junior engineers while fostering a culture of innovation. This role requires expertise in C and C++, deep knowledge of Linux Kernel internals, and hands-on experience with HW/SW data path offloading techniques. The ideal candidate will excel at problem-solving complex system-level issues and communicating technical concepts effectively to stakeholders across various teams.

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C C++ Linux Kernel Networking Ethernet drivers PHY drivers Netfilter bridging routing QoS network tunneling protocols GRE L2TP IPsec VxLAN MAP-T/E CAPWAP Open vSwitch eBPF XDP Netlink ioctl sysfs

What you'll do

  • Architect complex packet processing systems for wire-speed performance and low latency.
  • Develop and optimize Linux kernel modules and Ethernet drivers for high-throughput embedded systems.
  • Design robust support for network tunneling protocols to ensure interoperability and performance.
  • Create efficient user space to kernel space communication interfaces for integrating advanced networking features.
  • Drive architectural decisions, conduct code reviews, and define best practices for software development.
  • Mentor engineers in fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to commercialize networking features for global customers.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in embedded software and networking.
  • Expert proficiency in C and C++ programming with deep Linux kernel knowledge.
  • Comprehensive mastery of TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, switching, routing, and tunneling protocols.
  • Hands-on experience with HW/SW data path offloading techniques and Ethernet driver development.
  • Exceptional analytical skills for debugging complex system-level issues.
  • Technical leadership and mentorship abilities in a high-caliber international team.

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