Qualcomm Technologies' Multimedia Systems Group in San Diego is hiring a senior firmware engineer to join its camera team, responsible for designing and developing embedded low-level drivers and end-to-end systems for new camera technologies across various mobile device tiers. The role involves working through the entire firmware lifecycle, from prototyping to commercialization, requiring expertise in C/C++ programming, microcontroller architecture, RTOS, ARM, Android, JTAG, ADB, and version control. Candidates should have a strong background in digital signal processing and image processing, with experience in assembly programming and fixed-point implementation being advantageous. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and initiative to tackle complex imaging system challenges at scale.
Skills
C/C++
RTOS
ARM
Android
JTAG
ADB
version control
digital signal processing
digital image processing
assembly programming
embedded SW
fixed-point implementation
image processing algorithms
What you'll do
Design and develop embedded low-level camera drivers for mobile devices.
Implement end-to-end systems development for new camera features and technologies.
Prototype and commercialize innovative camera solutions across various market tiers.
Apply digital signal processing expertise to enhance imaging system performance.
Work independently on firmware life cycle tasks from concept to deployment.
What we're looking for
Strong C/C++ programming skills in embedded system development.
Experience with microcontroller architecture, RTOS, and ARM systems.
Proficiency in digital signal processing and image processing algorithms.
Familiarity with Android tools like JTAG, ADB, and version control systems.
Quick learner with the ability to work independently on complex projects.
Market check
Salary context
This
$148,300–$222,500
range sits above
48%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$143,000–$241,750
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$162,000–$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.
C
C++
Linux Kernel
ARM Architecture
Device Drivers
Camera HAL
3A Algorithms
MIPS GMSL I2C GPIO
MIPI
Linux V4L2
Android Camera Frameworks
OpenCL OpenGL
Qualcomm CamX
ISP Concepts
Multimedia Software Development
Embedded Systems
SoC-Level Software
CI/CD
C
C++
Python
CUDA
Perforce
Make
Linux
Windows
VS2017
Version Control
Test Automation
ABT
Digital Image Processing
Imaging Algorithms
Image Quality Assessment
GPU Programming
Code-Tip Maintenance
Large Codebase Integration
Testbench Automation