c jobs in San Diego

Staff-level software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining debug software across firmware, operating systems, platform software, and host tooling at the system level. The role requires deep expertise in debugging complex SoCs and high-performance CPU architectures, including JTAG, trace, and crash analysis, with proficiency in C, C++, assembly, and Python.…See more You will troubleshoot integrated system defects, collaborate across hardware and firmware teams to identify root causes, and drive technical decisions during design and debug reviews. This position demands strong systems knowledge, independent technical ownership, and the ability to influence architectural decisions across a cross-functional organization.

Sr. Staff DSP Software Integration Engineer at Qualcomm responsible for driving integration, validation, and commercialization of embedded DSP and NPU software across platforms.…See more The role requires debugging complex software and system issues in real-time embedded environments, developing continuous integration and automated testing processes, and collaborating across hardware, firmware, systems, and architecture teams. Required experience includes 6+ years of software engineering, 3+ years programming in C, C++, Python, or Java, embedded systems development, and source control/Git workflows. Preferred experience spans DSP, NPU, AI/ML, RTOS, SoC architectures, and large-scale software integration efforts.

Senior Control Plane Software Engineer responsible for designing and developing distributed services for Software Defined Networking (SDN), ground segment, and satellite operations. The role combines control plane architecture expertise with cloud-native development (microservices, Kubernetes, Docker) and embedded systems integration across AWS, GCP, and on-premises platforms.…See more Requires 10+ years of software development experience with deep knowledge of SDN, routing/switching protocols, APIs, and distributed systems, plus ability to collaborate across data plane, platform, and embedded teams to ensure reliability and scalability of network software.

Senior Staff Software Engineer leading technical strategy and architecture for embedded, connected medical-device software. Will resolve cross-functional technical issues spanning software, hardware, systems, and quality; identify architectural improvements and technical debt; mentor engineers; and drive design reviews and coding standards.…See more Requires 12+ years of professional software development with medical-device or regulated systems experience, proficiency in C/C++, embedded Linux/RTOS, and network-connected device design.

Develop bare-metal firmware for an STM32H7-based multichannel thermal control system, implementing simultaneous temperature acquisition via I2C and RTDs, multiple independent PID control loops, and Ethernet communication. Support hardware bring-up, integration, validation, and troubleshooting of peripherals including ADCs, PWM, and GPIOs.…See more Requires 7+ years embedded firmware development (or 4+ with MS degree), strong C programming, STM32H7 experience, and hands-on hardware debugging capability.

Design and develop modem software for 5G NR connectivity across Snapdragon chipsets, using C/C++ and custom scripting languages to dynamically reconfigure modems in response to real-time network conditions and AI-driven signals. Architect next-generation frameworks enabling OEM and operator partners to deliver differentiated 5G experiences.…See more The role requires strong embedded systems fundamentals, real-time systems knowledge, and familiarity with wireless protocol stacks and machine-learning optimization concepts.

Lead embedded software and firmware development for Amazon's satellite RF systems, designing and implementing ASIC firmware, command systems, telemetry processing, and autonomous capabilities. Write robust software in Linux and RTOS environments, build hardware interfaces using protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and Ethernet, and drive security architecture through threat modeling and secure coding practices.…See more Collaborate with hardware design teams to bring custom silicon from concept through secure bring-up and integration, optimizing for space-grade reliability and production testing.

Principal-level engineer leading end-to-end software integration for Qualcomm's high-performance server platforms based on Snapdragon SoC. Responsible for coordinating hardware, firmware, and software stack integration across cross-functional teams, ensuring timely production transition.…See more Requires 8+ years software engineering experience, 4+ years with C/C++/Java/Python, and deep expertise in embedded software integration, BIOS/UEFI, BMC firmware, and OS-level work for x86/ARM64/RISC-V server platforms. Must drive CI/CD improvements, build automation, and firmware tooling to streamline integration workflows.

This role develops Windows device drivers for Snapdragon SoC products as part of an Agile Scrum team. You will gather requirements, design, and implement key features across the Windows-on-Snapdragon platform while coordinating with internal and external teams to support, triage, and unblock chipset issues.…See more Strong embedded Windows and OS kernel expertise is required, with hands-on proficiency in C/C++, Python, and debugging tools like WinDbg and JTAG on ARM and other SoCs. The position demands solid understanding of OS concepts, processor architecture, memory management, and multi-threading in embedded environments.

Lead Windows platform initiatives across System BIOS, UEFI, ACPI, drivers, and applications with responsibility for full software development lifecycle, from prototype to production. Act as technical expert on Windows OS architecture, security, power management, and PC ecosystem trends; independently research requirements and guide cross-functional teams.…See more Deliver hands-on software development, design reviews, and technical excellence while driving innovation and continuous improvement across the platform.

Director of Engineering leading Qualcomm's automotive platform software strategy and execution for OEM customers. Acts as chief technical counterpart for ADAS programs, managing end-to-end software engineering projects from RFI/RFQ through SOP while coordinating internal cross-functional teams (hardware, software, systems, safety, security).…See more Requires 8+ years software engineering experience with 4+ years hands-on programming (C, C++, Java, Python) and proven background in automotive systems architecture, embedded stacks (QNX/Linux/Android), and safety frameworks (ISO 26262, ASPICE).

Develop and maintain bare-metal firmware and low-level device drivers for Qualcomm Automotive reference platforms, including early hardware bring-up, debug, and validation of new boards and chipsets. Implement test firmware for platform validation and manufacturing test, analyze failures using schematics and lab instrumentation, and collaborate across hardware, silicon, and systems teams to resolve hardware/software integration issues.…See more Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews and embedded software best practices. Requires 6+ years of software engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) and 3+ years of hands-on programming in C, C++, Java, Python, or similar languages.

Design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and software for 5G-Advanced and early 6G protocol stacks on Qualcomm's Snapdragon chipset. Work across L1/L2/L3 protocol layers to implement 3GPP-compliant features, develop real-time scheduling and resource management algorithms, and use custom scripting to dynamically reconfigure modems based on network conditions and AI-driven signals.…See more Requires strong C/C++ embedded systems expertise, real-time OS experience (RTOS), wireless communication principles, and the ability to debug complex field issues and optimize performance in latency-critical environments.

Senior embedded software engineer responsible for designing, developing, and integrating embedded C/C++ software for next-generation intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) medical devices. The role requires 7+ years of embedded systems experience, strong hardware/software integration skills, expertise with microcontrollers, DSP, FPGA, and data acquisition systems.…See more Responsibilities include ultrasound signal processing, FPGA-to-console interfaces, diagnostics/test software development, and cross-functional collaboration with FPGA, electronics, systems, and manufacturing teams.

Senior systems software engineer focused on power optimization for Snapdragon mobile SoCs. The role spans hardware-software integration across firmware, Linux kernel, and Android, requiring expertise in low-power design, DVFS, scheduler optimization, and post-silicon power debugging.…See more Responsibilities include prototyping power features from pre-silicon through productization, executing power KPI optimization across real workloads, and building power telemetry and analysis infrastructure. Strong foundation in computer architecture, embedded systems, and OS fundamentals required; hands-on firmware and Linux kernel development experience essential.

Design, develop, and optimize modem firmware and real-time embedded software for 5G/6G protocol stacks (L1/L2/L3) on Qualcomm's Snapdragon chipset, implementing 3GPP-compliant features and real-time scheduling algorithms. Work across protocol layers to develop adaptive algorithms that respond to network conditions and AI-driven optimization signals, and architect frameworks enabling OEM and operator partners to deliver differentiated wireless experiences.…See more Debug complex field issues using protocol logs and trace tools, write and maintain unit and integration tests, and collaborate with systems, architecture, and hardware teams on modem bring-up and performance optimization. Requires strong C/C++ foundation, deep wireless communication principles knowledge, embedded systems expertise, and familiarity with real-time operating systems.

Staff-level embedded software engineer responsible for developing and maintaining bare-metal firmware and low-level device drivers for Qualcomm Automotive reference platforms. Primary duties include early hardware bring-up and debug of new boards and chipsets, implementing test firmware for platform validation and manufacturing, and collaborating across hardware, silicon, and systems teams to resolve integration issues.…See more Requires 4+ years of software engineering experience with C/C++ and expertise in embedded systems, device drivers, and firmware development. The role involves analyzing failures using lab instrumentation, supporting multiple platform variants, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to code reviews and documentation.

Senior engineer designing, developing, and debugging Android and automotive software features for next-generation vehicle experiences. Responsibilities include hands-on development across Android, Linux, QNX, and embedded systems; deep system integration testing and SIT-level debugging; log analysis and root-cause analysis across software and hardware layers; and collaboration with platform, UX, and system integration teams to support rapid prototyping and customer showcases.…See more Requires 2+ years software engineering experience with proficiency in C, C++, Java, or Python; 5+ years preferred in Android, Android Automotive, embedded systems, or automotive software platforms.

Sr. Staff Embedded Software Engineer responsible for developing and maintaining bare-metal firmware and low-level device drivers for Qualcomm Automotive reference platforms.…See more Performs hardware bring-up, debugging, and validation across boards and chipsets, analyzing failures using lab instrumentation and resolving hardware/software integration issues. Implements test firmware for platform validation and manufacturing, collaborates with hardware and silicon teams, and mentors junior engineers on embedded software best practices and debugging techniques.

Design, develop, integrate, and test embedded real-time software for Link-16 and Tactical Datalink systems in a defense environment. Requires proficiency in C/C++ and object-oriented programming, with hands-on experience developing and debugging multi-threaded embedded applications, integrating firmware, and working with software-defined radios and tactical communications hardware.…See more Work in an Agile environment alongside systems engineering, hardware, and integration teams, analyzing system capabilities and resolving complex real-time and controls issues.

As a Sr. Staff CPU Software Test Engineer, you will design, develop, and execute automated software/firmware test suites to verify quality and compliance of Qualcomm CPU products at functional, integration, and system levels.…See more You'll create comprehensive test plans with requirements traceability and coverage analysis, perform manual testing of customer installations across mobile, compute, and automotive environments, and assist in establishing CI/CD and release engineering processes. The role requires 6+ years of software engineering experience, 3+ years with languages like C, C++, Java, or Python, and ideally 8+ years of software/firmware validation expertise with hands-on server platform testing.

Qualcomm is hiring a Principal Software Architect to design and implement Reliability, Availability, Serviceability (RAS) and manageability solutions for high-performance data center compute platforms based on Snapdragon/Oryon CPUs. The role requires deep expertise in ARM architecture, Linux kernels, RAS principles, and system manageability, with responsibility for architecting a robust software stack across firmware, HLOS, and BIOS layers.…See more You will provide technical leadership across cross-functional hardware and software teams, engage with ARM and OCP communities, and ensure seamless integration of RAS and manageability features. This position demands 8+ years of software engineering experience (or 7+ with a Master's, 6+ with a PhD) and 4+ years with C, C++, Java, or Python.

Qualcomm seeks an embedded software engineer to design, develop, and validate real-time sensors software for mobile and IoT devices. You will architect scalable, high-performance systems integrating sensors, audio, location, camera, and connectivity technologies, working cross-functionally with hardware and systems teams.…See more The role requires proficiency in C/C++, embedded RTOS, Linux/Android, and software debugging tools, with potential contributions in digital signal processing, machine learning, and AI. You will manage complex projects independently, optimize performance, and produce technical documentation while ensuring architectural decisions align with business and technical requirements.

Develop high-performance embedded software for custom system-on-chip hardware, working across DSP, ARM, and RISC-V microarchitectures in multi-core environments ranging from bare metal to Linux. Write low-level C code to interface with hardware components, validate performance under nominal and stress conditions, and build test plans and software requirements specifications using test-driven development methodologies.…See more Requires 4+ years of C/C++ embedded systems experience, strong understanding of hardware-software interaction and computer architecture, proficiency with version control and CI/CD tools, and active Secret-level security clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

An embedded systems software engineer role designing, implementing, and optimizing C applications for real-time signal processing on custom SoCs. The engineer will port signal processing algorithms from MATLAB/Python/C++ to optimized C code, develop Hardware-in-the-loop tests, and work across multi-disciplinary teams of software engineers, systems engineers, hardware designers, and signal processing experts.…See more Requires 8+ years of C/C++ embedded systems development, strong signal processing fundamentals, and hands-on Linux development experience.