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Security Software Engineer

Qualcomm

On-site
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Entry
Mid Level
2+ yrs
$135k–$202kPosted 4w ago

Real job — pulled straight from Qualcomm’s careers page · Verified July 18, 2026 · No reposts.

Job description

Qualcomm is hiring a Security Software Engineer — a full-time, based in San Diego, CA role ($135k–$202k). Apply directly on Qualcomm's careers page below.

QGOV Security Software Engineer

Location: San Diego, California, United States of America

Department: Software Engineering

Work Location: onsite


Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

QGOV Software Engineer with a focus on software security. A candidate will work with established teams to research, design, and implement solutions across a variety of focus areas and technologies relevant to the requirements of our government partners.

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Perform end-to-end software vulnerability research against software stacks to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.

· Design and implement software tools to assist vulnerability research.

· Design and implement embedded software solutions to meet customer requirements.

· Assists in performing code reviews and regression tests as well as the triaging of issues to ensure the quality of code.

· Write technical documentation to describe software vulnerabilities and mitigations.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Active TOP SECRET clearance

· 3+ years of work experience with programming language such as C, C++, Java, Python

· 3+ years of embedded software engineering or related work experience.

· Strong understanding of calling conventions, registers usage, and memory management across x86 and ARM architectures

· Advanced knowledge of Linux operating system fundamentals

· Experience using standard Linux tools like gdb, strace, ltrace, objdump, readelf.

· Experience with Trace32/JTAG tools

· Experience with Git or other source code management systems

· Experience with Android platform tools, including Android Debug Bridge (ADB)

· Proficient user of IDA pro or Ghidra

· Experience in software based reverse engineering

· Experience in identification and remediation of security vulnerabilities

· Experience using Large Language Models (LLMs) to augment reverse engineering workflows and vulnerability discovery process.

Working Conditions:

· Full-time position with 5-day on-site requirement

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 2+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

 

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$134,800.00 - $202,200.00

The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Security Software Engineer at Qualcomm?

The estimated salary range for Security Software Engineer at Qualcomm is $135,000 - $202,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Security Software Engineer at Qualcomm?

The required skills for Security Software Engineer at Qualcomm include: C, C++, Java, Python, Linux, Git, LLM.

What is the seniority level for Security Software Engineer at Qualcomm?

Security Software Engineer at Qualcomm is a Entry / Mid Level / Senior level position.

How do I apply for Security Software Engineer at Qualcomm?

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