Modem Firmware Engineer – 5G/LTE WWAN

QUALCOMM, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Modem Firmware Engineer in San Diego, CA. You will design, implement, verify, and commercialize wireless modem technologies across RAN, RF SW, and HW interfaces.

Expect to work on multi-RAT modems, L1-L3 specifications, and contribute to IP architecture with high performance and optimized cost. The role requires a strong background in C/C++, Python, embedded systems, and a track record in modem development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD with related work experience as specified.
• 5+ years of programming, computer architecture, or embedded systems experience.
• 1+ year in a technical leadership role (if applicable).
• 1+ year of wireless, semiconductor or embedded software industry experience.
• 6+ months of WWAN modem development experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply expert modem knowledge to design, implement, and verify modem hardware, firmware, or systems.
• Lead design reviews, guide other engineers, and own feature design and implementation.
• Develop and review models, code, or simulations; ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Create test environments and comprehensive plans to verify module compliance with specs.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve moderately complex issues during bring-up and commercialization.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Embedded systems

Education

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

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

PhD in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Modem Firmware Engineer in San Diego, CA. You will design, implement, verify, and commercialize wireless modem technologies across RAN, RF SW, and HW interfaces.

Expect to work on multi-RAT modems, L1-L3 specifications, and contribute to IP architecture with high performance and optimized cost. The role requires a strong background in C/C++, Python, embedded systems, and a track record in modem development.