Modem Integration & Test Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$93,400–$140,000 / yr
Posted
40 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Mar 16, 2027

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Below market

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TL;DR · Modem Integration & Test Engineer

Modem Integration & Test Engineer As a member of the Modem SW Image Integration & Test team, you will ensure the integration, validation, and quality of modem software across subsystems including RF, NR5G, Data Services, and Firmware. You will work at the intersection of all modem subsystems to ensure stable software integration before releases reach customers. Your daily responsibilities include executing integration and software validation for FR1/FR2 and uplink/downlink scenarios, developing test cases for functional and regression validation, and supporting software bring-up for new platforms. You will debug modem software tests, analyze logs for root cause identification, and maintain automation scripts. Required skills include Python proficiency, Linux/Android debugging, and knowledge of 5G NR/4G LTE protocol stacks, signal processing, and commercial test simulators like Keysight or Spirent.

What you'll do

  • Execute integration and software validation for Modem Software across FR1/FR2 and uplink/downlink scenarios.
  • Develop and execute test cases for functional, regression, and system-level validation.
  • Support software bring-up activities for new platforms and features.
  • Debug and troubleshoot modem software tests and procedures.
  • Analyze modem logs and test results to identify root causes of failures.
  • Build and maintain automation scripts and test frameworks.
  • Document test results, issues, and technical learnings clearly.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
  • 1–3 years of experience in modem testing, embedded systems, or software validation (preferred).
  • Understanding of 5G NR / 4G LTE protocol stack including PHY, MAC, RLC, PDCP, RRC, NAS, and Data layers (preferred).
  • Familiarity with MPSS subsystem architecture or experience working across multiple modem subsystems (preferred).
  • Background in digital communications, signal processing, RF propagation, OFDM, or CDMA (preferred).
  • Exposure to commercial test simulators such as Keysight, Anritsu, R&S, or Spirent (preferred).
  • Programming/scripting proficiency in Python (preferred).

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