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Staff-level embedded audio software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and technically leading audio software that runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. The role requires managing requirements analysis, documentation, troubleshooting, and cross-team collaboration while ensuring performance, latency, power, and stability metrics are met.…See more Candidates must have 4+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) and 2+ years with C, C++, Java, or Python, with preference for 8+ years in embedded systems development.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer role at Qualcomm's Data Center Business Unit focused on designing and developing software/firmware for cloud edge and data center ML acceleration on high-performance silicon. The role requires deep expertise in embedded systems including board support packages, device drivers, RTOS, secure boot, TrustZone, and low-speed peripherals (I2C/SPI/UART), combined with proficiency in C/C++ development, debugging with JTAG/SWD, and embedded Linux.…See more Responsibilities include ML acceleration, process-in-memory optimization, memory management, virtualization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidate has 2+ years of low-level C programming and background in SoC architecture, DMA, PCIe, and multi-threaded programming.

Sr. Staff Software Engineer to design, develop, and optimize embedded software systems for secure government platforms, with emphasis on bootloader-to-application layers.…See more Role requires strong C/C++ and embedded systems expertise (6+ years), experience with platforms like Android, Linux, QNX, and RTOS, and ability to debug complex issues across the full software stack. Responsibilities include system integration, technical documentation, collaboration with test/systems teams, and direct customer engagement at technical exchange meetings. Ideal candidate has deep knowledge of subsystems like modem, BSP, networking, compute/AI, multimedia, or platform security.

As a Machine Learning Application Developer, you will develop and optimize neural rendering applications and ML software for efficient AI execution on Samsung's mobile GPUs. Working with hardware and software teams, you'll optimize performance and resource utilization by developing API-level software, ML operator implementations (GEMM, convolution, activations), and conducting low-level performance analysis.…See more The role requires strong C/C++/Python skills, proficiency with Vulkan/OpenGL/OpenCL, hands-on neural rendering experience, and deep understanding of GPU architecture and performance optimization techniques.

Senior Embedded Firmware Design Engineer at Semtech responsible for defining, developing, and optimizing embedded firmware for low-power mixed-signal circuits from specification through production support. Role includes designing hardware-firmware architectures, implementing ML-based inference firmware, conducting pre- and post-silicon validation, and mentoring junior engineers.…See more Requires 8–10 years of embedded firmware experience for mixed-signal ICs, strong C/C++ and assembly proficiency, deep knowledge of MCU architectures (ARM, RISC-V, STM32), and expertise in real-time systems, signal processing, and design-for-test methodologies.

Design, implement, verify, validate, and commercialize Wireless WAN modem air interface Radio Access technologies software. Work on multi-RAT (LTE, 5G NR) transceiver, HW control, and wireless Radio Access Stratum software implementation per 3GPP specifications.…See more Develop models and simulations, create test cases to validate modem performance (throughput, latency, power consumption), and collaborate with cross-functional teams on modem IP architecture, RFFE design, HW APIs, and co-processor architecture. Write technical documentation and feature descriptions for modem technology software projects.

Design, implement, and commercialize middleware/driver modules for multimedia on Qualcomm multi-processor chipsets across Windows, Linux, and Android platforms. Work on user and kernel mode software for video compression, playback, streaming, and imaging applications while optimizing for performance, latency, power, and stability.…See more Collaborate with systems engineering, test groups, and partners like Microsoft and Google across multiple sites. Requires 1–5 years of embedded software development, strong C/C++ skills, video compression standards knowledge (H.264, H.265, AV1), and expertise in embedded real-time OS debugging and ARM SoC development.

Senior Staff Windows Developer role focused on debugger development for Windows on Snapdragon products. You will design and develop key features across the Windows-on-Snapdragon platform, coordinate with internal and external teams to triage and resolve chipset issues, and leverage strong C/C++ and embedded systems expertise.…See more The role requires deep knowledge of Windows/Linux kernel internals, ARM architecture, device drivers, and debugger tools like WinDbg and JTAG, with 6+ years of software engineering experience.

Design, develop, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and specialized utility programs for cutting-edge Qualcomm products. Collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, and test engineers to design system-level software solutions, define performance requirements, and ensure solutions meet customer needs.…See more Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 2+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree), and 2+ years of hands-on experience with programming languages such as C, C++, Java, or Python.

As a Principal/Senior Staff Software Engineer, you will lead a team developing next-generation 5G NR wireless systems, architecting and coding major PHY (L1) features. You will mentor engineers, innovate development processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and validate 3GPP wireless technology concepts.…See more The role requires 10+ years of hands-on C/C++ development, 7+ years of 5G/LTE PHY software and algorithm work, 7+ years taking complex software to production, and 5+ years developing for real-time Linux systems.

Design, develop, and execute system-level test solutions for Qualcomm's leading-edge Snapdragon SoCs across mobile, automotive, compute, and server platforms. Responsibilities include early-stage silicon bring-up, post-silicon validation, hardware testing with system software, performance verification across voltage/process/temperature conditions, and creation of automated test content to stress functional, performance, stability, and benchmark aspects.…See more Develop production screens for system-level issues and partner with engineering teams to create effective test plans and sequencing. Requires 0–3 years of system or bench-level testing experience, strong understanding of computer architecture and operating systems, embedded systems and SoC concepts, and programming skills in C, C++, Python, C#, or .NET.

Lead Qualcomm's next-generation AI accelerator platform as senior engineering director, defining software vision, architecture, and roadmap while managing multiple engineering organizations spanning system software, device drivers, AI runtimes, compilers, ML frameworks, and platform SDKs. Partner with hardware teams on co-design, drive software readiness across chip development milestones, and establish performance/power/reliability goals.…See more Requires 9+ years software engineering experience (or PhD + 8 years), 4+ years with C/C++/Java/Python, and demonstrated expertise in AI/ML stacks, compiler technologies, runtime systems, or high-performance computing.

Verification Software Engineer on Qualcomm's Modem/Chiplet Validation & Emulation team, responsible for developing and scaling system-level validation content and automation frameworks for pre- and post-silicon SoC validation. The role requires proficiency in C/C++, Python, and bare-metal software development, with hands-on debugging across hardware-software interfaces, emulation platforms, and silicon debug tools.…See more Engineers will work on functional verification, concurrency testing, and performance analysis for modem and RF subsystems, applying AI/ML techniques to improve validation productivity. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge data center and mobile SoCs with opportunity to build scalable solutions across diverse system architectures.

Design, architect, and build real-time user interface applications for remote piloting and control of automated aircraft systems, ranging from embedded UIs on aviation hardware to browser-based applications. The role requires 5+ years of C/C++ development experience and 5+ years building user-facing software for high-performance, mission-critical systems.…See more You will own the full lifecycle of these applications, working with software engineers, designers, systems engineers, and pilots to deliver safe, user-centered, and certifiable display and control systems that support both prototype validation and certified flight operations.

This role focuses on software integration, system validation, release quality, and deployment across embedded hardware and software stacks. The engineer will develop Embedded Linux drivers, middleware services for OTA updates and diagnostics, create CI/CD pipelines for embedded builds, automate deployments across HIL and vehicle environments, and design regression tests for firmware and CAN interfaces.…See more The position requires 3+ years in embedded systems, platform engineering, or DevOps, with hands-on Linux experience, C/C++ proficiency, and expertise in driver development, CAN bus integration, and structured test planning.

Lead a high-performing team developing next-generation 5G NR PHY (L1) wireless systems, architecting and coding major system features while mentoring software engineers. Require 10+ years of hands-on C/C++ development and 7+ years of PHY/5G/LTE algorithm development experience, with 7+ years taking complex software to production and 5+ years developing real-time Linux systems.…See more Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, systems design, and test teams to integrate and validate novel 3GPP wireless technology concepts.

Sr. Director leading Qualcomm's next-generation AI accelerator platform software strategy, architecture, and delivery.…See more Manages multiple engineering organizations spanning system software, firmware, device drivers, AI runtimes, compilers, ML frameworks, SDKs, and validation. Defines performance and reliability goals, drives cross-functional hardware-software co-design, and partners with customers and hyperscalers. Requires 15+ years software engineering experience with 8+ years leading large, globally distributed teams; deep expertise in AI/ML stacks, compilers, runtime systems, or heterogeneous computing architectures.

Qualcomm seeks a Verification Software Engineer to join the Modem/Chiplet Validation & Emulation team, responsible for end-to-end silicon quality across pre- and post-silicon phases. The role involves designing and scaling system-level validation content, developing bare-metal test frameworks, and performing hardware-software co-debug across SoC architectures.…See more Engineers will write C/C++ and Python code for functional and performance validation of modem and RF hardware engines, analyze failures, and apply AI/ML techniques to improve validation productivity. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge data-center and mobile SoCs, requiring strong low-level programming, debug tools expertise (JTAG, logic analyzers), and ability to work across hardware, firmware, and software teams.

Software Engineer III will provide on-site development and support for the Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment (SSEE) Family of Systems, including refactoring legacy Java/JavaScript code, building modular and reusable components, and orchestrating integration of competing software branches. The role requires 5+ years of professional experience in software development or computer networks, 2+ years in systems or software engineering, and proficiency with Java, C, C++, scripting languages (Ansible, PowerShell, Bash), virtualization platforms (VMware vCenter), and DevOps tooling (Bitbucket, Jenkins, Artifactory).…See more Responsibilities include researching and implementing system integrations, troubleshooting existing code, designing new systems, and recommending innovative features. Security+ certification is required within 6 months of hire, and the role demands ability to analyze specifications, ensure code quality, and work across the full SDLC.

A security-focused software engineer will perform vulnerability research against software stacks, design and implement security tools and embedded software solutions, and conduct code reviews and regression testing. The role requires deep expertise in reverse engineering, memory management, and low-level debugging across x86 and ARM architectures, with hands-on experience in tools like IDA Pro, Ghidra, gdb, and JTAG.…See more Candidates should have 3+ years of embedded software engineering experience, strong Linux fundamentals, and demonstrated ability to identify and remediate security vulnerabilities. LLM experience to augment reverse engineering and vulnerability discovery is preferred.

Staff engineer leading architecture and evolution of Qualcomm's Ambient Perception Platform for always-on, context-aware AI on power-constrained edge devices. Responsibilities include designing low-power AI runtime platforms, multimodal sensing systems, secure data architectures, and heterogeneous computing frameworks across Android, Linux, Windows, XR, automotive, and IoT.…See more Requires 4+ years software engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree), 2+ years with C, C++, Java, or Python, and expertise in embedded systems, ARM/DSP/NPU optimization, and edge AI workload efficiency. Strong preference for 8–12+ years in software architecture, platform frameworks, and heterogeneous SoC development.

Staff-level software engineer responsible for supporting and customizing EDA (Electronic Design Automation) tools used in printed circuit board development at Qualcomm. The role requires deep expertise in PCB design tools (Cadence Allegro, Siemens Xpedition), schematic entry software, and DFM analysis workflows.…See more Candidates must develop automation scripts to customize these tools using languages like Python, VB Script, Java, Perl, or Cadence Skill, and maintain technical coordination between PCB design and mechanical/engineering teams to resolve design issues and meet fabrication requirements.

Lead a team of software engineers developing next-generation 5G NR wireless systems, architecting and coding major system features with a focus on PHY layer (L1) software. Mentor engineers, innovate development processes, and collaborate with systems design and test teams to integrate and validate 3GPP wireless technology concepts.…See more Requires 10+ years of hands-on C/C++ development, 7+ years of PHY layer 5G/LTE wireless systems experience, 7+ years shipping complex software products, and 5+ years developing real-time Linux systems.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer responsible for architecting, designing, and developing embedded software components and APIs for space products. Will create software requirements documents, develop prototype software across bare metal, Linux, VxWorks, and Green Hills environments, and collaborate with hardware teams on device drivers and hardware-software interfaces.…See more Requires 5+ years (10 preferred) of embedded systems development experience with proficiency in C/C++, embedded processors (ARM, PowerPC, x86, TI-DSP), embedded Linux, and interface protocols (PCI, USB, SPI, I2C, SpaceWire, Ethernet, CAN). Will also develop test cases in Python or LabView, set up DevOps pipelines, and troubleshoot prototype hardware.

Lead technical architect and mentor for embedded firmware and low-level software across multiple client projects. Responsible for defining embedded software architecture (RTOS selection, drivers, middleware, communication protocols), establishing coding standards and design review practices, mentoring embedded engineers, and serving as primary technical contact with clients.…See more Requires 8+ years of professional embedded software development in C/C++, with 2+ years in a technical lead role, strong hands-on experience with microcontroller/microprocessor systems, peripheral drivers (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB, Ethernet), embedded Linux, real-time operating systems, and bare-metal firmware development.