Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Device Driver Development

Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Device Driver Development

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience
• OR Master’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 1+ year of Software Engineering or related work experience
• OR PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
• 2+ years of academic or work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

• Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field.
• 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
• 3+ years of experience in C and Python.
• 3+ years of experience in Embedded software development.
• 2+ years of work experience with Git, Perforce, or Source Code Management System.
• Lauterbach Trace
  32/JTAG debugging.
• Perforce or other SCM tools.
• ARM architecture.
• Embedded software/device driver development for smartphone, Internet of Things (IoT), or other mobile devices.
• Power management software.
• Qualcomm products, i.e. MSMs, MDMs, etc.

• Leverage advanced Software knowledge and experience to design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs.
• Analyze user needs, software requirements, and time and cost constraints to design and customize software for optimal operational efficiency.
• Design and implement software modules for large‑scale products and systems.
• Participate in and lead design, coding, unit testing, debugging, and integration efforts to ensure projects are completed to specifications and schedules.
• Perform complex code reviews and regression tests as well as triage and fix issues to ensure code quality.
• Collaborate with individuals outside the software function (e.g., Hardware, Systems, and Test engineers) to ensure solutions work with other components of a specific project.
• Write detailed technical documentation for complex Software projects.

• Works independently with minimal supervision.
• Provides supervision/guidance to other team members.
• Decision‑making is significant in nature and affects work beyond immediate work group.
• Requires verbal and written communication skills to convey information. May require basic negotiation, influence, tact, etc.
• Has a moderate amount of influence over key organizational decisions (e.g., is consulted by senior leadership to make key decisions).
• Tasks often require multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; extensive planning, problem‑solving, and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively.

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In addition to base salary, Qualcomm offers a competitive discretionary bonus program, potential RSU grants, and a comprehensive benefits package to support success at work, at home, and at play.

San Diego, CA

Seniority level:
Not Applicable

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Other

Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing