As a Senior Engineer on the Platform Test team at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., you will drive innovation and reliability for Snapdragon SoC-based platforms by developing and maintaining automated test scripts, integrating them into CI/CD workflows, and validating platform components such as CPU, Kernel, Performance, and Linux distributions. You will enhance existing test frameworks, collaborate with development teams to ensure testability, automate industry-standard benchmarks, troubleshoot technical challenges, and deliver efficient solutions. Proficiency in Python and Shell/Bash scripting is essential, along with a basic understanding of Linux distributions and OS fundamentals. Familiarity with CI/CD workflows, source code management, and test automation tools is required, as well as strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently. Experience with real-world deployment scenarios and open-source contributions are desirable.
Skills
Python
Shell
CI/CD
Linux
Ubuntu
Redhat
CentOS
Java
C/C++
Docker
What you'll do
Develop and maintain automated test scripts for CI/CD workflows.
Execute test plans to validate platform components for performance and stability.
Enhance existing test frameworks and improve automation processes.
Troubleshoot technical challenges and deliver efficient solutions independently.
Automate industry-standard benchmarks and integrate OEM requirements.
What we're looking for
3+ years of software engineering or related work experience
Proficiency in Python and Shell/Bash scripting
Basic understanding of Linux distributions and OS fundamentals
Experience with CI/CD workflows and test automation tools
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Willingness to learn performance benchmarking techniques
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field
Market check
Salary context
This
$111,300–$166,900
range sits above
28%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$130,000–$198,250
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$139,000–$201,635
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.
Qualcomm currently has
595 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$148,300–$222,500
across 540 roles with salary data.
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