Modem System Test Engineer - 6G​/5G Data and Networking

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Qualcomm is a global leader in wireless technology, driving breakthroughs that enable advanced connectivity across mobile, automotive, IoT, compute, and next‑generation connected experiences. The Modem System Test team validates modem features, network behavior, and data performance across Qualcomm’s industry‑leading modem platforms. This role involves building and validating end‑to‑end data features, protocols, and system performance across mobile, automotive, IoT, broadband platforms supporting 6G/5G modem, WiFi 7/8, ethernet and related data technologies.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional Software, Systems and Hardware teams to ensure high‑quality product readiness for global deployment.

Core responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute system‑level test strategies, methodologies, and test plans for data features and use cases.
• Define key data performance indicators and evaluate system performance, including CPU/NPU performance towards edge‑AI models, and optimize based on data from conducted, radiated, and live 6G/5G network testing.
• Analyze 3
  
  GPP specifications, carrier requirements and customer specifications, translating them into robust validation scenarios and test coverage.
• Perform log analysis, debugging, and root cause investigation of failures across lab and field environments.
• Support feature integration, certification, and commercialization of global products.

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

• Strong understanding of wireline, Ethernet, and wireless data protocols, including RLP, PPP, TCP/UDP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, NAT, 464
  
  XLAT, VLAN, and 802.11ac/ax/ad.
• Knowledge of IP telephony and multimedia protocols such as SIP/SDP, RTP, IMS, and related network security concepts including IPSec, EAP, TLS, and WPA
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• Familiarity with software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, embedded operating systems, object‑oriented programming, and core algorithms.
• Exposure to air‑interface performance analysis, TCP/IP analysis, packet tracing tools, protocol debugging, and system optimization.
• Programming or scripting experience in one or more languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, or shell scripting on UNIX/Linux/Windows platforms.
• Knowledge of AI/ML concepts and their application to digital communications is a plus.

Salary range: $89,000.00 - $.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.