Sr. Staff Engineer - Mobile PE

Qualcomm

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San Diego, CA Posted 10 days ago $162,600–$244,000 / year
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TL;DR

The Connectivity Software Project Engineer at Qualcomm Atheros leads technical development for core projects across phases including architecture, development, and productization, focusing on the engineering aspects of System on Chip (SoC) software for WiFi, UWB, BT, and Thread technologies. This role involves collaborating with Product Managers to define requirements and priorities while working closely with Program Managers to manage schedules and execution metrics. The PE is responsible for driving technical decisions across various teams, ensuring efficient development processes, resolving critical issues, and communicating technical solutions both internally and externally. Candidates should have extensive experience in software engineering, particularly in connectivity systems, and a proven track record of translating business goals into technological requirements.

Skills

C++ Python Linux WiFi Bluetooth UWB Thread NFC CI/CD Git JIRA Agile RTOS DSP ARM Qualcomm Snapdragon Embedded Systems System Architecture Project Management Technical Leadership

What you'll do

  • Define and execute technical strategies for Connectivity SW projects.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in developing WiFi, UWB, BT, and Thread software.
  • Resolve critical technical issues to enhance product efficiency and quality.
  • Drive industry best practices and efficient development processes globally.
  • Ensure new technologies are evaluated and patented as potential innovations.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in Connectivity SW development including WiFi, BT, UWB, Thread, NFC.
  • Proven ability to translate business goals into technology requirements and product design.
  • Experience as a Project Engineer or System Architect for large-scale projects (>50 contributors).
  • Strong knowledge of software engineering principles in advanced technological environments.
  • Demonstrated capability to identify issues and risks, then develop action plans to address them.
  • High focus on ensuring successful project outcomes despite challenges and obstacles.

Market check

Salary context

This $162,600–$244,000 range sits above 62% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$138,250–$236,900

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$165,000–$214,500

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 569 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$224,400 across 536 roles with salary data.

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