validation jobs in San Diego

Lead integration, validation, and operational evaluation for tactical communication systems, transforming mission requirements into structured validation strategies that produce evidence-based readiness decisions. Collaborate across software, networking, RF, cyber, hardware, and systems engineering to design and execute learning-oriented integration activities that progressively reduce architectural and mission uncertainty.…See more Define test objectives, success criteria, and system behaviors; analyze observed versus expected performance; and coordinate cross-discipline troubleshooting to support delivery decisions informed by validated system behavior rather than assumptions.

Lead end-to-end robotics system architecture spanning hardware, firmware, OS, middleware, AI runtimes, and cloud integration at the principal/director level. Define architectural principles for real-time behavior, performance, safety, determinism, and scalability across heterogeneous compute (CPU/GPU/DSP/NPU/MCU), and guide decisions across perception, localization, navigation, planning, manipulation, and control stacks.…See more Architect multi-sensor systems with precise timing/synchronization (PTP/IEEE 1588), sensor fusion pipelines, and ROS 2/DDS-based middleware. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, hiring standards, and influence multi-year platform strategy.

Staff-level embedded software engineer responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and validating real-time embedded software, RTOS environments, microcontroller firmware, and communication protocols for wireless chipsets supporting 3G, 4G, 5G, and AI technologies. Leads requirements analysis, performs driver development and on-target debugging, creates technical specifications and engineering documentation, and improves development processes and tools.…See more Requires a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus three years of related experience.

Lead end-to-end execution of Qualcomm Data Center SoC software programs from architecture through production release, managing integrated schedules, dependencies, and cross-functional coordination across firmware, embedded software, system software, platform software, validation, and productization teams. Drive software readiness activities aligned to silicon and product milestones, track feature maturity and critical dependencies, and escalate risks impacting product schedules.…See more Communicate complex technical and program status to Director-level and executive leadership, establish execution frameworks supporting requirements traceability and release governance, and drive alignment across internal engineering teams and external ecosystem partners.

Quality Assurance Specialist II leads and supports audit activities, serves as a QA subject matter expert during inspections, and manages quality events and risk assessments for medical device products. The role involves conducting root cause analyses, managing document control and training workflows, coordinating the internal audit program, and driving quality-system improvement projects.…See more The position requires a bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering discipline with 3–5 years of QA or regulatory affairs experience in a regulated industry, with medical device experience highly preferred. Key responsibilities include compliance with ISO 13485 and 21 CFR Part 820, partnership with senior quality engineers on risk management, and eQMS implementation and validation.

Staff-level embedded software engineer responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and validating real-time embedded software, RTOS environments, and firmware for wireless chipsets supporting 3G, 4G, 5G, and AI technologies. Leads technical planning, synthesizes complex requirements, performs driver development and debugging, and identifies process improvements.…See more Creates engineering documentation, technical specifications, and actively contributes to design reviews and project planning. Requires a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, plus three years of related experience.

Lead end-to-end systems engineering for tactical radio products, from requirements definition through design, integration, verification, and post-release support. Decompose system requirements into hardware, FPGA, DSP, and microprocessor subsystems; architect complex communication systems across RF, PHY, MAC, networking, and application layers.…See more Collaborate with subsystem leads, coordinate integration and validation strategies, and oversee software product validation. Provide hands-on technical support at user and developer levels, support system-level debug, and lead technical customer presentations and demonstrations.

This Staff QA Engineer role leads the design, development, validation, and deployment of Quality Assurance metric dashboards for manufacturing operations, with expertise in medical device quality management systems (QMS), regulatory compliance (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 13485), and non-conforming event management. The position coordinates site and corporate management reviews, participates in internal and external audits, and supports cross-functional teams in CAPA, risk management, and validation activities.…See more The engineer applies statistical analysis and dashboard tools (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, BigQuery) to drive quality decisions and operational excellence. Success requires direct experience with QMS, nonconforming materials, auditing, medical device regulations, and the ability to lead diverse functional groups in a fast-paced environment.

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.

This senior role leads continuous integration (CI) functional efforts for wireless modem technologies, managing the design, integration, verification, and validation of cellular modem air interface and RAN technologies. The engineer supervises team members, gathers requirements from internal customers, holds design reviews, and ensures high-performance modem IP meets industry standards while optimizing for throughput, latency, power consumption, and cost.…See more Responsibilities include real-time CI system monitoring, rapid issue triage, and cross-functional collaboration with other engineering groups. The position requires a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field plus 5 years of progressive experience.

This role involves independently designing, developing, and debugging real-time embedded software, RTOS environments, and microcontroller firmware for wireless chipsets supporting 3G, 4G, 5G, and AI technologies. The engineer will work on driver development, integration, testing, and validation of communication protocols and platforms, while also contributing to data collection frameworks, machine learning modeling, and embedded software algorithm improvements.…See more Responsibilities include on-target development, tool and process optimization, customer support, technical documentation, and active participation in design reviews. The position requires a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.