Data Networking Software

Qualcomm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 103,600 - 155,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program

Opportunity for annual RSU grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Qualcomm is seeking a motivated Embedded Systems Software Engineer for their Data/Networking software team in San Diego, California. This role involves designing and developing embedded software across various platforms, including debugging and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field and has strong programming skills in C/C++, along with understanding networking fundamentals. A competitive benefits package and annual bonus opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 1-2 years of prior work experience preferred.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ or similar system-level programming languages.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across networking and platform layers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful feature delivery.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle.
• Conduct code reviews and adhere to established development processes.

Skills

Strong programming skills in C/C++

Understanding of networking fundamentals

Analytical and debugging skills

Familiarity with Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Linux-based systems

Version control systems

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Company

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Modem Software Engineering

General Summary

Qualcomm is looking for a highly motivated Embedded Systems Software Engineer to join our Data / Networking software team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and commercialization of cutting‑edge software solutions across Wireless Broadband and Automotive Telematics technologies. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams (WiFi, Ethernet, Platform) to deliver high‑quality, scalable software that powers next‑generation connected devices and services. You will get opportunities to work on different Middlewares like RDK‑B, prplOS, OpenSync as well as broader Mobile Broadband OS’s like Linux Yocto and OpenWRT.

Job Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across networking and platform layers, including connectivity protocols, system services, and embedded software stack.
• Debug and resolve moderately complex technical issues using structured problem‑solving and data‑driven analysis techniques.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (System engineering, test, and customer‑facing teams) to ensure successful feature delivery and timely issue resolution.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, unit testing, integration, and validation.
• Conduct code reviews and adhere to established software development processes, ensuring high standards of quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Perform on‑target and off‑target development and Linux Kernel debugging, using standard embedded debug tools and techniques to diagnose and resolve functional, performance, and stability issues.
• Support customer and field issues by analyzing problem reports, reproducing issues, and delivering robust fixes while balancing product schedules and quality requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of prior work experience preferred.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ or similar system‑level programming languages.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, Wi‑Fi, VLAN, etc).
• Experience with Linux‑based systems and embedded software development environments.
• Proven analytical and debugging skills with the ability to resolve moderately complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle tools, version control systems, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with Mobile Broadband middleware’s like RDK‑B, prplWare, OpenSync and other full OS’s like OpenWRT is highly desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a global development environment.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute across multiple technical domains.

Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits

$103,600.00 - $155,400.00

Competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants. A highly competitive benefits package supports success at work, at home, and at play.

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.