Staff Engineer - Split Compute Testing

Qualcomm; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 10,00,000 - 15,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Bengaluru is seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to join their XR research team. This role involves validating multimedia content transmission over networks. Candidates should have a strong background in Wi-Fi protocols, experience with network analyzer tools, and excellent scripting skills in Python. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science with 10+ years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related work experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• 8+ years of related work experience with a Master's degree.
• 2+ years of Systems Engineering experience with a PhD.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute test plans for streaming over wireless/wired network.
• Validate synchronization, latency, jitter, and throughput.
• Collaborate with development teams to debug and resolve issues.

Skills

Good understanding of Wi-Fi protocols and multimedia streaming standards

Experience with network analyzer tools like Wireshark, iPerf

Excellent scripting skills (Python preferred) for test automation

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Master’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

Windows

Android

Linux

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm India Private Limited

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering

General Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to join our XR research team. The role involves validating multimedia content transmission (audio/video) over wireless/wired networks, ensuring performance, stability, and interoperability across devices and platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute test plans for streaming over wireless/wired network.
• Validate synchronization, latency, jitter, and throughput under various network conditions.
• Use tools such as sniffers, protocol analyzers, and automation frameworks to capture and analyze traffic.
• Collaborate with development teams to debug and resolve issues.
• Conduct interoperability testing with third‑party devices.
• Maintain test beds and simulate real‑world usage scenarios.
• Document test results, file bugs, and track issues to closure.

Required Skills:

• Good understanding of Wi‑Fi protocols and multimedia streaming standards.
• Experience with network analyzer tools like Wireshark, iPerf, etc.
• Familiarity with audio/video codecs, streaming formats, and synchronization techniques.
• Hands‑on experience with Windows/Android/Linux‑based test environments.
• Excellent scripting skills (Python preferred) for test automation and log analysis.
• Strong communication skills, ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Bluetooth/Wi‑Fi coexistence testing is a plus.
• Knowledge of XR technologies is a plus.
• Experience in leading a technical team.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 10+ years of related work experience. OR
• Master’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with 8+ years of related work experience.

Keywords:

Python, Wi‑Fi, Multimedia, Test Automation

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

• Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

• PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Systems Engineering or related work experience.

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