Embedded Firmware Engineer, Wireless R&D Innovator

Nutanix; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking embedded software engineers to develop and integrate firmware and software for advanced features and protocols on new compute, baseband, and RF platforms.

You will work on research-grade prototypes and early-stage platforms, targeting RF, baseband, and wireless protocol development in a fast-paced environment. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in CS/engineering and 2+ years of related work; proficiency in C/C++ and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree + 4 years of working experience, or master’s + 3 years, or PhD + 2 years in Embedded Software Engineering.
• Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Understanding of multi-threading and OS fundamentals.
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Collaborate across baseband, RF, hardware, and test teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain embedded software across the full development lifecycle.
• Optimize performance and timing constraints in real-time embedded systems.
• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including baseband, RF, hardware, and test engineers.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to wireless system architectures.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Multi-threading

OS fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Info Systems

Master's degree (optional)

PhD (optional)

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking embedded software engineers to develop and integrate firmware and software for advanced features and protocols on new compute, baseband, and RF platforms.

You will work on research-grade prototypes and early-stage platforms, targeting RF, baseband, and wireless protocol development in a fast-paced environment. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in CS/engineering and 2+ years of related work; proficiency in C/C++ and