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About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
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Listed pay typically runs
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As an Embedded Software Engineer within the Wireless R&D division, you will develop and integrate embedded software for advanced algorithms and standardized protocols on general-purpose compute servers. You will manage the full development lifecycle, including designing, developing, and maintaining code to support technology characterization, operator trials, and industry showcases. Your daily work involves collaborating with system architects and cross-functional teams to resolve functional, performance, and stability issues through on-target and off-target debugging. The role requires proficiency in C/C++ programming, object-oriented design, multi-threading, and OS fundamentals. You will also optimize real-time systems for timing constraints while navigating complex domain contexts such as 5G NR, LTE, and 802.11 wireless systems. Key tools include gdb and perf for log analysis to determine root causes in high-performance communication environments.
What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?
Median $151500 from 65 postings across 16 companies.
Design, develop, and maintain embedded software across the full development lifecycle for technology characterization and industry showcases.
Synthesize software designs based on high-level system requirements provided by system architects.
Provide engineering input on architecture, design trade-offs, schedules, and risk areas during technical reviews.
Perform on-target and off-target debugging to resolve functional, performance, and stability issues using standard embedded tools.
Optimize performance and timing constraints in real-time embedded systems.
Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation including design descriptions, architecture specifications, and release notes.
Execute subsystem-level integration and testing to ensure overall system functionality.
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
Proficiency in C/C++ programming and object-oriented software design and development.
Understanding of multi-threading and OS fundamentals.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate technical ideas and work status clearly in both verbal and written formats.
Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or 2 years of experience in an Embedded Software Engineering field (preferred).
Familiarity with debugging tools like gdb and perf, as well as log analysis (preferred).
Experience with distributed systems, network protocols, wireless systems, or optimizing CPU utilization (preferred).