Core Platform Test Engineer - Cork, Ireland

Qualcomm; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wireless technology company in Cork is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to develop and automate tests for innovative products. The ideal candidate has strong programming skills in C/C++/Java/Python and a background in system software validation. This full-time role requires 5 days a week onsite, offering competitive compensation and benefits, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Salary, stock and performance related bonus

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Employee stock purchase scheme

Matching pension scheme

Education Assistance

Relocation and immigration support

Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance

Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well-being

Bicycle purchase scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in test/automation development preferred.
• Solid knowledge of ARM architecture.
• Experience in continuous integration and script programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on test plans.
• Debug and resolve test failures.
• Deliver quality output independently with supervision.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Java programming

Python programming

System Software validation

Test methodology

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or Computer Science

Tools

Linux

RTOS programming

Test frameworks

Job description

Company:

QT Technologies Ireland Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering

General Summary:

When you work for Qualcomm, you join a global leader in wireless technology and a pioneer in 5G. You also become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity, and excellence. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of connectivity and make a positive impact on the world. You will also have access to learning and development programs, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates your achievements and supports your growth

Our Core Platform Test team is responsible for test content development, automation and commercialization of key software drivers that enable critical platform level requirements across the spectrum of industry leading Snapdragon SoC enabled products.

You will join a multi-disciplinary test team responsible for technologies including USB, PMIC, PCIe, Hypervisor, Boot, Clocks and Storage. This role will involve balancing some hands‑on testing and leveraging that knowledge to build sophisticated automated test systems that can fan out to meet the test requirements across all stages of SW delivery. Flexibility in work assignments and thoroughness in project management are crucial. You will be a strong communicator and an effective team player.

*Please note this role will require 5 days per week onsite in our Cork office*

Education Requirements:

• Masters or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 2 + Years of test/automation development or related experience preferred.

What are we looking for?

• Strong C/C++/Java/Python programming skills.
• Experience in System Software and/or low‑level Firmware validation.
• Solid knowledge on SW Quality, ARM architecture, Linux, RTOS programming.
• Strong understanding of test methodology.
• Good understanding of the software development cycle.
• Proven experience in test automation development, source code management, continuous integration, and script programming, test framework development.
• Experience with designing and developing multi‑process and multi‑threaded applications.
• Outstanding problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and team working skills.
• Should be able to optimise & effectively manage time.

Responsibilities will include:

• Gather requirements and develop test strategies.
• Interface with cross‑functional teams to review the test plans, gather information for test development and automation.
• Debug test failures and collaborate with teams on issue isolation and resolution.
• Work with other cross‑functional technology teams to leverage common test methods and frameworks.
• Actively study OEM experience and requirements to improve test solutions across products.
• Independently deliver good quality output on assigned tasks with some supervision.
• Using verbal and written communication skills to convey basic, routine factual information about day‑to‑day activities to others who are fully knowledgeable in the subject area.
• Exercising some creativity to troubleshoot technical problems or deal with novel circumstances.
• Limited data analysis may be required.

Where you will be working

Cork has a proud reputation as Ireland's second largest economic engine and is now one of the Top 20 location choices in Europe with 39,000 people being employed by over 170 overseas companies. There's a growing diversity in the region with people from many nationalities relocating to Cork, relishing the opportunity to work and live in a location that offers an excellent quality of life. A gateway to Europe, Cork airport provides access to almost 50 international destinations including trans‑Atlantic air routes.

Equal Opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected classification.

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What's on Offer

Apart from working in an open, relaxed and collaborative space, you will enjoy:

• Salary, stock and performance related bonus
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee stock purchase scheme
• Matching pension scheme
• Education Assistance
• Relocation and immigration support (if needed)
• Life, Medical, Income and Travel Insurance
• Subsidised memberships for physical and mental well‑being
• Bicycle purchase scheme
• Employee run clubs, including running, football, chess, badminton and many more

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

*References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

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