Embedded Real Time Operating System Software Engineer (QuRT OS, Zephyr)

Qualcomm

Actively hiring
San Diego, CA Posted 35 days ago $108,400–$162,600 / year
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TL;DR

Qualcomm Technologies is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer for its Core Platform Kernel team, ideal for new college graduates and early-career professionals with embedded systems experience. This role involves developing and maintaining real-time operating system (RTOS) software across various Qualcomm SoCs used in mobile handsets, XR, compute, automotive, cloud AI, and IoT products. Engineers will work on QuRT OS and Zephyr RTOS, engaging in feature development, unit testing, documentation, and integration while collaborating with hardware and systems engineers. The position requires a strong foundation in C or C++, familiarity with Linux environments, and exposure to RTOS concepts such as scheduling and memory management. Candidates should be curious and eager to learn modern development tools including AI-assisted technologies, non-AI tools like debuggers and CI systems, and have an interest in embedded systems and low-level software.

Skills

C C++ RTOS Zephyr QuRT Linux Git Python CI/CD Hexagon DSP embedded systems debugging automation AI-assisted tools unit testing open-source software

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain real-time operating system (RTOS) and low-level embedded software components.
  • Debug and resolve issues across multiple subsystems and use cases in RTOS environments.
  • Contribute to feature development, unit testing, documentation, and integration of RTOS projects.
  • Analyze logs, traces, and crash dumps to understand and improve system behavior.
  • Customize Zephyr RTOS for specific subsystems and assist with bring-up on new chips or platforms.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Exposure to real-time operating system (RTOS) concepts through coursework, projects, internships, or work experience.
  • Programming experience in C or C++ (academic or professional).
  • Interest in embedded systems, RTOS, or low-level system software.
  • Familiarity with Linux or embedded development environments.
  • Willingness to learn debugging, automation, and collaborative development workflows.

Market check

Salary context

This $108,400–$162,600 range sits above 26% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$118,362–$200,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$135,000–$203,200

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

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