RF Test Engineer

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: Boulder, CO
Salary: $80,200–$120,200 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Closes: Dec 23, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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TL;DR · RF Test Engineer

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At Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., the Senior RF Test Engineer role involves developing and validating automated test solutions for characterizing RF software and hardware. This position requires designing Python-based test frameworks to control RF instruments in a Linux environment, driving hardware-software integration efforts across firmware, driver, and hardware levels, and independently executing complex validation experiments. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot intricate RF setups, collaborate with RF Systems, FPGA design engineers, and Software teams, and create detailed documentation for tracking validation progress. Essential skills include expertise in Python for test automation, Linux, and a strong understanding of wireless concepts and RF propagation. Preferred qualifications encompass experience with 5G NR, LTE, WiFi, Bluetooth standards, revision control systems like Git/Gerrit, continuous integration tools, data analysis platforms such as Splunk, and knowledge of RF performance metrics including EVM, ACLR, Sensitivity, NF, and IP3.

Skills

Python Linux Git Gerrit Splunk 5G NR LTE WiFi Bluetooth RF performance metrics EVM ACLR Sensitivity NF IP3 Signal Generators Spectrum Analyzer VNAs Oscilloscopes

What you'll do

Develop and validate automated RF test solutions for software and hardware characterization.
Design and maintain Python-based test frameworks to control RF instruments in Linux.
Drive hardware-software integration efforts by debugging issues across firmware, driver, and hardware levels.
Independently design and execute complex validation experiments and test scenarios.
Troubleshoot complex RF test setups and isolate issues between equipment and silicon.
Create detailed test plans and reports to track validation progress and coverage.

What we're looking for

1+ years of experience in RF testing.
Expertise in Python for test automation and instrument control.
Strong understanding of wireless concepts and RF propagation.
Experience with wireless standards (5G NR, LTE).
Hands-on familiarity with RF bench instruments.
Ability to design and maintain Python-based test frameworks.
Interface with cross-functional engineering teams for DFT features.

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