#Platform SW Engineer, Automotive

Qualcomm

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$94,200–$141,200 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
Dec 8, 2026
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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This role $118k
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TL;DR · #Platform SW Engineer, Automotive

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Qualcomm Technologies is seeking a Platform Software Engineer to join its innovative Automotive Team, focusing on cutting-edge developments in automotive infotainment, telematics, ADAS, and autonomous driving technologies. In this role, you will lead the development and debugging of platform software drivers and modules, ensuring seamless integration with hardware components. You will work closely with global automakers and Tier-1 suppliers to deliver best-in-class solutions. The ideal candidate has a master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or Computer Science and experience with automotive SW development processes such as ASPICE, ISO26262, and ISO21434. Proficiency in C programming, embedded software for ARM-based systems, and OS fundamentals is essential, along with knowledge of hardware-software interactions for CPUs and accelerators.

Skills

C Linux QNX SafeRTOS ARM JTAG 5G Cellular V2X Computer Vision AI Deep Learning ASPICE ISO26262 ISO21434 SoC Bootloader Drivers Embedded Firmware Security Safety

What you'll do

  • Lead the development of platform software drivers and modules for automotive solutions.
  • Understand and integrate software product requirements with specific hardware blocks.
  • Debug complex issues in platform software to ensure optimal performance.
  • Interact directly with customers to address technical inquiries and support needs.
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of embedded firmware and security features.

What we're looking for

  • Experience in automotive SW development processes and standards (e.g., ASPICE, ISO26262).
  • Strong background in software design for SoCs including boot, drivers, embedded firmware.
  • Proficiency in C programming and hardware debugging with JTAG tools.
  • Knowledge of interaction between hardware and software for CPU and accelerators.
  • Experience in developing embedded software for ARM-based systems.

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