Software Engineer

Qualcomm

On-site

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Mid Level

2+ yrs

$109k–$164kPosted 57m ago

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Qualcomm is hiring a Software Engineer — a full-time, based in San Diego, CA role ($109k–$164k). Apply directly on Qualcomm's careers page below.

Software Engineer

Location: San Diego, California, United States of America

Department: Cellular Technologies Software

Work Location: onsite

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Cellular Technologies Software

General Summary:

The Wireless R&D group is focused on developing a Test Base Station (TBS) for verification of QCT mobile chipset functionality. We are seeking a software engineer for an exciting opportunity to collaborate in the implementation and verification of complex wireless systems. The successful candidate will be part of a diverse, experienced team developing cutting edge features for 5G and 6G wireless technologies for the 5G/6G TBS product. Sophisticated multi-thread software is written in C++ and implemented as a Linux service. Fast paced development is supported by Continuous Integration processes and systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

Own 5G/6G Radio Access Network (RAN) Layer 2 (MAC, RLC, PDCP, SDAP) responsibilities
Drive 3GPP 5G/6G feature development from specification through commercialization
Design and develop L2 functionality, including DL and UL channel configuration, data-plane and call flows
Implement and optimize fixed and dynamic DL and UL channel schedulers, data-plane paths
Interface with NodeB Layer 3 (RRC) and Layer 1 (PHY) components
Develop real-time-sensitive, multi-core, and multi-threaded software for the NodeB
Debug, profile, and optimize software for latency, throughput, and reliability on the target platform

Required Skills

2+ years of experience in SW design and development with the C++ programming language, or strong C programming with familiarity in object-oriented concepts
Experience with the full software development life cycle
Familiarity with 3GPP 4G/5G specifications. Acumen to read and understand the 3GPP specifications and translate them to requirements
Familiarity with developing and working in a Linux environment
Knowledge of multi-core, multi-threaded programming, and associated OS concepts
Familiarity with industry-standard software development and debugging tools (IDEs, build systems, git, gdb).
Familiarity with AI based tools/agentic workflows to improve work productivity
Strong analytical, debugging, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional distributed teams

Preferred Skills

Hands-on experience in designing and developing LTE/5G L2 (MAC, RLC, PDCP, SDAP) or RAN software
Experience with real-time scheduling, DPDK, or performance tuning on multi-core platforms.
Familiarity with modern C++ (17/20/23)
Experience with hands-on Python is a plus

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:

$109,400.00 - $164,200.00

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.

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