Senior Software Applications Development Engineer

Qualcomm

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$130,686–$162,500 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
Dec 22, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $186k
This role $147k
$113k most similar roles pay here $247k

This role pays less than 82% of similar roles. Most pay $153,440–$217,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $147k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

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About Qualcomm

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

Qualcomm currently has 828 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$222,500 across 508 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Senior Software Applications Development Engineer

As a Senior Software Applications Development Engineer at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., you will join a dynamic team responsible for providing technical expertise in software systems through sales presentations, product demonstrations, installation, and maintenance. Your primary responsibilities include assessing potential applications of company products to meet customer needs, preparing detailed specifications for development and implementation, and ensuring that solutions function according to requirements. You will also offer software development consultation and validation assessments to prospective users, assisting them with any issues or troubleshooting related to software systems. This role requires expertise in Java, algorithms, automation, and architecture, as well as experience in roles such as senior engineer or software consultant.

What you'll do

  • Provide technical expertise for software systems through presentations, demonstrations, installation, and maintenance.
  • Assess potential application of company products to meet customer needs and prepare detailed product specifications.
  • Ensure that developed applications/solutions function according to specified requirements.
  • Offer software development consultation to prospective users and conduct product capability assessments.
  • Assist customers with debugging and troubleshooting issues related to software systems and applications.

What we're looking for

  • At least 4 years of experience in software development or related field.
  • Strong background in algorithms, automation, and system architecture.
  • Proficiency in Java and other relevant programming languages.
  • Experience providing technical expertise through presentations and demonstrations.
  • Ability to assess customer needs and develop detailed product specifications.
  • Skilled in debugging, troubleshooting, and maintaining software systems.
  • Previous roles include Senior Engineer, Systems Engineer, or similar positions.

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