Automation Developer Engineer

Qualcomm; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Full-Stack Automation Software Developer to design, build, and maintain Python-based automation frameworks for the Wireless R&D Test Base Station (TBS).

You will implement a web interface to manage test executions, and develop tools to debug TBS systems and 3GPP protocol issues. The role requires strong OO Python, frontend and backend web skills, and collaboration with test and software teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Advanced skills in object-oriented Python, including subsystem and library development.
• Familiarity with AI-based tools and agentic workflows that improve productivity.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and communication skills, and ability to work with distributed, cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based test automation frameworks and APIs that control all aspects of the TBS products.
• Build and maintain a web interface for managing test execution flows and viewing/generating test reports.
• Develop tools to debug TBS systems and 3GPP protocol issues, such as log parsers and KPI collectors.
• Collaborate with core test and software teams to shape the automation roadmap and integrate libraries into customer environments.
• Write High-Level Design documents and automation API documentation with examples.

Skills

Python OO

Frontend development

APIs design

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Git/Gerrit

Postman

Power BI

Splunk

OpenTelemetry

React/Angular/Vue

Windows

Linux

Job description

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Cellular System Test EngineeringGeneral Summary:About the TeamQualcomm's Wireless R&D group develops the Test Base Station (TBS), a platform used to verify the functionality of QCT mobile chipsets. We're looking for a Full-Stack Automation Software Developer to help design, build automation frameworks to help verify/validate complex wireless systems.Key ResponsibilitiesTest automation : Design, develop, and maintain Python-based test automation frameworks and APIs that control every aspect of TBS products, including configuration, start/stop, crash handling, and log collection.Web interface : Build and maintain a web interface for managing test execution flows and for viewing and generating test reports.Debug tools : Develop tools to debug TBS system and 3GPP protocol issues, such as log parsers, KPI and statistics collectors, analyzers, and call-flow validators.Collaboration and support : Work closely with the core test and software teams to understand requirements and shape the TBS automation roadmap. Partner with TBS customers and test teams to integrate automation libraries into their test environments and scripts, and provide ongoing support.Documentation : Write High-Level Design (HLD) documents and automation API documentation with relevant examples.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.Advanced skills in object-oriented Python, including subsystem and library development.Familiarity with AI-based tools and agentic workflows that improve productivity.Strong analytical, debugging, and communication skills, and the ability to work well with distributed, cross-functional teams.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree, or at least 1 year of software development experience.Experience with wireless standards (5G NR, LTE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).Familiarity with version control (Git/Gerrit), continuous integration tools, and data analysis platforms such as Splunk, OpenTelemetry, and Power BI.Experience developing in both Windows and Linux environments.Front-end: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript, and a modern framework such as React, Vue, or Angular.Back-end: A server-side language or framework such as Node.js/Express, Python (Django/Flask), or Java.APIs and data: RESTful principles, HTTP/HTTPS, SQL databases, API integration and data handling, and hands-on experience with Postman.Security: Authentication and authorization standards such as OAuth 2.0.Applicants : Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. 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Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.EEO Employer: 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.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.Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits :$93,400.00 - $140,000.00The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. 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