Senior Software Engineer, Platform Test

Qualcomm

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $111,300–$166,900 / yr
Posted: 15 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Feb 23, 2027
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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This role $139k

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer, Platform Test

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As a #Sr. Software Engineer – Platform Test on the Platform Test team, you will drive innovation and reliability for Snapdragon SoC-based platforms. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining automated test scripts, integrating them into CI/CD workflows, and validating critical platform components including CPU, Kernel, Performance, and Linux distributions. Your daily work involves executing test plans to ensure stability and compliance while enhancing existing test frameworks and automating industry-standard benchmarks. To succeed in this role, you must be proficient in Python and Shell or Bash scripting, with familiarity in Java or C/C++. You will also utilize knowledge of Linux distributions like Ubuntu and Redhat, OS fundamentals such as memory and scheduling, and source code management tools to solve technical challenges and ensure high-quality performance for the platform.

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Skills

Python Shell Bash C C++ Java Linux Ubuntu RedHat CentOS CI/CD Test Automation Source Code Management Performance Benchmarking Virtualization

What you'll do

Develop and maintain automated test scripts for Snapdragon SoC-based platforms.
Integrate automated test scripts into existing CI/CD workflows.
Validate platform components including CPU, Kernel, Performance, and Linux distributions.
Enhance existing test frameworks and implement automation improvements.
Automate industry-standard benchmarks and incorporate OEM requirements.
Troubleshoot technical challenges to ensure performance, stability, and compliance.
Resolve issues with development teams to ensure system testability.

What we're looking for

Must have a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, a Master's with 1+ year, or a PhD in a relevant field.
Must have at least 2 years of academic or work experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.
Proficiency in Python and Shell/Bash scripting is required.
Basic understanding of Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Redhat, CentOS) and OS fundamentals like memory, scheduling, and virtualization.
Experience with CI/CD workflows, source code management, and test automation tools.
Ability to develop and maintain automated test scripts and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
Must not require immigration sponsorship to work in the United States.

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