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Senior Staff Systems Engineer

Qualcomm

On-site
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Senior
Staff
7+ yrs
$197k–$271kPosted 1h ago

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Job description

Qualcomm is hiring a Senior Staff Systems Engineer — a full-time, based in Santa Clara, CA role ($197k–$271k). Apply directly on Qualcomm's careers page below.

Senior Staff Systems Engineer

Location: Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Department: Systems Engineering

Work Location: onsite


Company:

Qualcomm Atheros, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering

General Summary:

This individual leads the team to improve engineering efficiency, product quality and responsibility of the research, design, development, verification, debugging and parameter tuning of algorithms for embedded SoC (System-on-Chip) software architectures, QoS architectures, domains and standards for the next-generation mobile devices, wireless networks and technologies, which includes the evolution of 3G, 4G, 5G, WLAN platforms. Interacts with overall computer system architecture (i.e. core, cache, memory models, bus architecture, Memory controller etc.) to establish software partitions that result in reliable, cost effective and power efficient system-on-chip solutions to enable advanced features in wireless devices. Identifies functionality for which minimum performance requirements remains, and generate and consolidate performance requirements data and conduct analysis and evaluation of critical performance metrics for 3G/4G/5G wireless platforms. This includes theoretical analysis, computer aided analysis, and utilizing expertise in radio communication theory, digital signal processing and cellular communication systems across PHY/MAC layers. Participates in design, Standards review sessions, contribution to QUALCOMM's IP portfolio, systems support for implementation and technical contributions towards proprietary or public air interface specifications. Acts as a strong contributor at design reviews and project meetings and communicates and implements a development plan.

Will accept a Master's Degree (or foreign academic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related degree field and seven (7) years of experience in a related occupation.

Pay Range: $196,650.00 - $270,700.00/year

Applicants: 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).

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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.

 

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

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The estimated salary range for Senior Staff Systems Engineer at Qualcomm is $197,000 - $271,000 USD per year.

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