This position at Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. involves hands-on system embedded Linux software design and development for next-generation Snapdragon products in Automotive ADAS and Infotainment. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, enhance safety and security, and adhere to open-source community standards. Daily tasks include designing and implementing software modules across the stack from bootloaders to user spaces like Android, as well as collaborating on kernel drivers, memory management, and virtualization. Preferred qualifications include experience in Linux Kernel development, ARM processors, and embedded software for automotive platforms using C/C++, Rust, or Python. The role requires advanced knowledge of real-time operating systems and expertise in power and performance optimization on embedded systems, with a focus on large-scale product integration and quality assurance through rigorous testing and documentation.
Skills
Linux
C
C++
Python
Rust
Yocto
Android
Ubuntu
Kernel drivers
Memory management
Hypervisor
Virtualization
ARM processors
Embedded systems
Automotive platforms
Qualcomm Snapdragon
What you'll do
Design and develop embedded Linux software for automotive ADAS and infotainment systems.
Optimize performance of Linux-based automotive solutions across the entire software stack.
Implement kernel drivers and memory management in ARM processors for automotive platforms.
Ensure software designs adhere to Automotive safety and security requirements.
Lead code reviews, regression tests, and issue triage to maintain high-quality standards.
What we're looking for
5+ years of experience in embedded/automotive software development on ARM SoCs.
Proficiency in C/C++ programming and real-time operating systems.
Experience with Linux kernel and userspace development (e.g., Yocto, Android).
Knowledge of kernel drivers, memory management, hypervisor, virtualization.
Ability to design and implement software modules for large-scale products.
Expertise in optimizing performance and improving the security of Linux systems.
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Salary context
Competitive pay
How this pay compares to similar roles
Similar $188k
This role $168k
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This role pays less than
61%
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$162,375–$214,500
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At the midpoint, this role pays about
$168k
versus about
$188k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Qualcomm
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