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Job description
Qualcomm is hiring a Staff Software Engineer, Modem Technologies — a full-time, based in Santa Clara, CA role ($175k–$262k). Apply directly on Qualcomm's careers page below.
Staff Modem Technologies Software Engineer
Location: Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Department: Modem Technologies Software
Work Location: onsite
Company:
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:
Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Modem Technologies SoftwareGeneral Summary:
This individual leads, plans, synthesizes ambiguous or conflicting requirements and performs the complex responsibility of the designing, implementing, verifying, validating, and commercializing Wireless WAN (or cellular) modem air interface RAN (Radio access Network) technologies by working on Modem access stratum and RF SW design, optimizations & algorithms, and with the RFFE team to define and guide the modem IP architecture, RFFE design, HW APIs, core systems algorithms and the right HW/SW/co-processor architecture. Works on the transceiver, and HW control and wireless Radio Access Stratum software implementation of a multi-RAT (Radio Access Technology) from industry specifications (most notably 3GPP with LTE and 5GNR). Has experience in the WWAN L1/L2/L3 specifications and can efficiently implement the shared resources of a multi-RAT modem. Works closely with other functional groups to develop a cost effective, high quality and high capability modem IP that meets industry and customer requirements with high performance (e.g., throughput, latency, power consumption) and acceptable cost (e.g., silicon area, calibration complexity, code size). 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 three (3) years of experience in a related occupation.
Pay Range: $174,600.00 - $262,000.00/year
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Staff Software Engineer, Modem Technologies at Qualcomm?
The estimated salary range for Staff Software Engineer, Modem Technologies at Qualcomm is $175,000 - $262,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Staff Software Engineer, Modem Technologies at Qualcomm?
The required skills for Staff Software Engineer, Modem Technologies at Qualcomm include: C++, Python, Agile, JIRA, Confluence.
What is the seniority level for Staff Software Engineer, Modem Technologies at Qualcomm?
Staff Software Engineer, Modem Technologies at Qualcomm is a Staff level position.
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