Embedded Modem & Networking Software Engineer

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

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Engineer to join our Data / Networking software team.

You will design, develop, and optimize embedded software across networking and platform layers for Wireless Modem and Broadband technologies, collaborating with Modem, RF, Ethernet, WiFi, and Scheduler teams to deliver high‑quality, scalable software that powers next‑generation connected devices and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++ or similar system-level languages.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and protocols (TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, DHCP, DNS, Wi-Fi).
• Experience with Linux-based systems and embedded software development environments.
• Proven debugging skills and ability to resolve moderately complex technical issues.
• Familiarity with CI/CD, version control, and Agile methodologies.

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 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.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded software

Networking protocols

Linux

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/CS/EE

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Linux debugging tools

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Engineer to join our Data / Networking software team.

You will design, develop, and optimize embedded software across networking and platform layers for Wireless Modem and Broadband technologies, collaborating with Modem, RF, Ethernet, WiFi, and Scheduler teams to deliver high‑quality, scalable software that powers next‑generation connected devices and services.