Camera Test Development Engineer

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a talented Software Engineer to develop innovative software solutions for Mobile, XR, and Automotive applications. This exciting role involves working across all layers of the camera software stack, from Android Camera HAL to low-level hardware control. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in software architecture and design, particularly in multi-threaded applications. Join a forward-thinking team that values creativity and collaboration, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge camera technologies that enhance user experiences. If you're ready to tackle complex challenges and make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with architecture and design of large software projects.
• Excellent triage and system level debugging skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing software architecture and understanding new image processing features.
• Optimizing camera solutions with driver development teams.
• Working closely with internal and external test teams.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Software architecture design

Multi-process and multi-threaded applications

System level debugging

Android Frameworks

Camera features knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Tools

Linux

Android Camera HAL

DSP

GPU

Job description

Company:

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering

General Summary:

We are seeking a talented Software Engineer who is experienced in the development of software for Mobile/XR/Auto. This role requires working at all layers of the camera software stack, from Android Camera HAL to low-level hardware control.

Responsibilities:

1. Software architecture design and understanding of new image processing features.
2. Support for new hardware.
3. Optimizing and working with Camera Driver Development teams to build world-class camera solutions.
4. Exposure to advanced camera features using varied accelerators including ARM, DSP, GPU, and the camera SW framework to enable testability for complex camera features.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with architecture and design of large software projects.
2. Experience with designing and developing multi-process and multi-threaded applications.
3. Experience writing C/C++ based drivers (preferably Linux).
4. Prior experience with system level object-oriented software design and test-driven development.
5. Willingness to learn new technologies and ability to work closely with Internal Test teams and external teams.
6. Ownership of tasks and ability to work in large teams.
7. Excellent triage and system level debugging skills working in test embedded systems.
8. Detail-oriented, thorough, and analytical approach required with excellent communication skills.
9. Experience developing Android Camera HAL based applications.
10. Strong knowledge of Android Frameworks, HAL, ISPs, Linux, and Camera Features.
11. Previous experience in camera ISP and camera framework is a plus.

Level of Responsibility:

1. Working under close supervision.
2. Taking responsibility for own work and making decisions with limited impact.
3. Using verbal and written communication skills to convey basic information about day-to-day activities.
4. Completing most tasks with multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning and prioritization must occur.
5. Exercising some creativity to troubleshoot technical problems.
6. Using deductive problem solving to solve moderately complex problems.

The responsibilities of this role do not include:

1. Financial accountability (e.g., does not involve budgeting responsibility).
2. Influence over key organizational decisions.
3. Role in strategic planning.

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Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits: $89,000.00 - $133,600.00. The 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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