Senior Software Applications Development Engineer

Qualcomm

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$126,734–$185,900 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Dec 20, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $186k
This role $156k
$114k most similar roles pay here $247k

This role pays less than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $153,318–$217,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $156k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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, and customer support. Your daily tasks will 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 leverage your skills in C++, Java, and other relevant technologies to develop and consult on software systems, assist with debugging and troubleshooting issues, and contribute to the validation and assessment of product capabilities. This role requires a strong background in algorithms, automation, and architecture, as well as experience in embedded or camera software engineering.

What you'll do

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

What we're looking for

  • At least 8 years of experience in software development and engineering.
  • Proficiency in C++ and Java programming languages.
  • Strong skills in algorithms and automation.
  • Experience with system architecture design and implementation.
  • Ability to provide technical expertise through presentations, demonstrations, and support.
  • Consultation on prospective user needs and product capability assessment.

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